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Militants attack aid convoy in Pakistan, kill two and injure 15
[KhaamaPress] Armed Death Eaters attacked humanitarian aid trucks carrying food, medicine, and other essential supplies in Kurram, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, on Monday. The attack resulted in the deaths of two people and left at least 15 others injured, raising concerns about the security of aid convoys in the region.This was the third attack on supply convoys in Kurram since the beginning of January. The region has been one of the most unstable parts of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, making it increasingly difficult to deliver aid to those in need. According to reports, the attack took place while the aid trucks were traveling toward Parachinar. Police confirmed that one of the truck drivers and a security officer escorting the convoy were killed. The injured were taken to medical facilities for treatment. Authorities have launched an operation to arrest those responsible for the attack. Officials also reported that several aid trucks were looted and set on fire by the attackers, further worsening the humanitarian situation in the area. In recent months, at least 130 people have died in sectarian festivities between Shia and Sunni groups in Kurram. Militant groups have increased their attacks on security forces in North and South Wazoo, near the Afghanistan border. These regions have seen a surge in turban activity, making it difficult for law enforcement to maintain stability. In a separate attack on Saturday, four soldiers and 15 armed Death Eaters were killed. The military identified the Death Eaters as members of Tehrik-e-Taliban  ...mindless ferocity in a turban...Pakistain (TTP). Related: Kurram: 2025-01-22 Islamic Emirate Confirms Prisoner Exchange with the US Kurram: 2025-01-20 Kurram clashes: KP govt announces ''indiscriminate action'' against miscreants Kurram: 2025-01-13 Fitrat: Islamic Emirate Has Evidence of ISIS Centers in Balochistan Posted by: trailing wife 2025-02-19 |
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