In the aftermaths of a deadly ambush in Lower Kurram’s Bagan area, authorities are planning a military operation against militants. Temporary displacement camps (TDPs) are being established for civilians impacted by the violence.
A notification from the Deputy Commissioner identified the designated locations for these camps in Thall and Hangu. Facilities such as Thal Degree College, Technical College, and Rescue and Court buildings will be utilized. The district administration has reached out to provincial relief agencies to expedite the camp setup.
The ambush targeted a convoy heading to Parachinar, resulting in the deaths of six drivers and two security personnel. Additionally, five security personnel were injured. In a retaliatory operation, officials reported killing six attackers and injuring ten others, with ten militants still unaccounted for.
In another incident, four bodies were found in the Urawali area of Lower Kurram. The victims, all drivers, showed signs of torture and execution-style killings. Police confirmed that the bodies were transported to the Lower Kurram Alizai Hospital.
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The recent wave of violence in Kurram has cast a shadow over peace efforts. A member of the Grand Jirga, a tribal council, expressed concerns about the Bagan attack’s effect on the recently signed peace agreement. Jirga representatives pointed out the stress caused by road closures and ongoing attacks. Despite the unrest, the district administration reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace.
The Grand Jirga had recently negotiated a peace agreement in Lower Kurram. The agreement included provisions like compensating damages, surrendering heavy weaponry, removing unauthorized checkpoints, and preventing the tribal conflict from turning religious. These latest events have severely undermined the peace initiatives.
