Pakistan has been grappling with widespread torrential rains in almost all parts of the country that have wreaked havoc and left over 700 people dead and hundreds injured. The deluge crippled the already dilapidated infrastructure, damaging houses, roads, and commercial centres.

A deluge of rain triggered floods and landslides, sweeping people away and flooding and destroying homes, officials said.

His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom has issued a heartfelt message, expressing sorrow over the recent devastating monsoon flooding in Pakistan.

Pope Leo XIV offered prayers and expressed his closeness for the victims of severe flooding that hit Pakistan, India and Nepal. The Pope shared his prayers “for the victims and their families, and for all those who are suffering as a result of this calamity,” Vatican News reported on Aug. 18.

Officials say flash floods triggered by torrential rains have killed over 280 people in India and Pakistan and left scores of others missing.