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India-Pakistan

Truce brokered in Kurram, says DC as tribal clashes claim 130 lives so far

2024-12-02

[GEO.TV] Amid the government's efforts to ease tensions in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's Kurram district, a ceasefire was finally reached between two warring tribes in the restive district, the Deputy Commissioner confirmed on Sunday as the corpse count in deadly festivities surged to 130.

"Armed rustics were removed from the firing posts while police and forces have been deployed [in the region]," the DC said in a statement without divulging details.

The latest spell of violence, which continued for the 11th consecutive day, has claimed at least 130 lives and injured 186 others as six more individuals bit the dust and eight others sustained injuries in the overnight firing.

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The recent episode of festivities began eight days ago with ambushes on two separate convoys under police escort, resulting in 52 deaths on November 21. Since then, violence between the warring clans has escalated, with police struggling to maintain control.

The Kurram region is facing a communication blackout, with mobile and internet services suspended and educational institutions closed.

The closure of the main highway has not only disrupted local transportation but also caused a complete suspension of trade with Afghanistan, particularly at the Kharlachi border.

A 10-day truce was brokered earlier this week, but intermittent violence has rendered it ineffective.

In the statement issued today, the deputy commissioner said that the jirga participants would "speak to elders to reopen roads and sign a peace agreement."

Furthermore, the official said, Kohat Division elders and parliamentarians would visit Kurram district to ensure a peace agreement between the warring tribes.

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistain recorded 79 deaths in the region between July and October this year, highlighting the persistent instability.

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