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38 Killed in Violent Attack on Passenger Vehicles in Kurram

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By Web Desk Published November 21, 2024 3 Min Read
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In a violent attack in the Ochat area of Kurram district, assailants opened fire on passenger vehicles travelling in a convoy from Parachinar to Peshawar, tragically killing at least 38 individuals, including a woman and a child.

President Asif Ali Zardari has vehemently condemned the attack, labelling it cowardly and inhumane, and expressed his deep sorrow over the loss of lives. He has directed relevant authorities to ensure the swift capture and prosecution of the perpetrators.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, confirmed the death toll and described the attack as brutal. He reached out to KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur following the incident to discuss the recurring terrorist activities in the province. He emphasized the need for joint efforts to combat terrorism.

A gun attack on passenger vans in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Kurram district has left five dead, including a woman, and eight injured.

The incident reflects a surge in regional violence. #Kurram #KhyberPakhtunkhwa #Pakistan pic.twitter.com/dX1ml9MgC8

— British Pakistani Index (@PakistaniIndex) November 21, 2024

In response, CM Gandapur called for increased collaboration on security issues. He ordered the provincial law minister and other officials to visit Kurram to assess the situation and report back. He also initiated a Jirga to enhance law and order in the area and announced financial aid for the families of the deceased.

The district has suffered from inter-tribal clashes for several months, resulting in numerous deaths and frequent road closures, including the border with Afghanistan. These closures have severely impacted local life, leading to shortages of essential supplies such as food, medicine, and fuel and raising fears of a significant humanitarian crisis.

Armed attack on passenger vehicles in Ochat area of Kurram district. Police say the convoy, traveling from Parachinar to Peshawar, was targeted. Eyewitnesses report automatic weapon fire on the vehicles. There are concerns of casualties in the attack. #Kurram #Pakistan #Security pic.twitter.com/3xhl30S3hf

— Tribal News Network (@TNNEnglish) November 21, 2024

Tribal elders from the Turi and Bangash tribes have highlighted how the ongoing road closures exacerbate food and fuel scarcities, potentially leading to a severe humanitarian crisis. They also noted that suspending 3G and 4G services has disrupted education and businesses, affecting students and local citizens.

This spike in violence follows a series of attacks last month that led to the closure of the main Parachinar-Peshawar route and other roads due to safety concerns. Governor Faisal Karim Kundi reported that clashes in September resulted in 60 fatalities and numerous injuries, stemming from a land dispute between two rival tribes. Despite a two-month ceasefire reached in August after previous clashes caused 50 deaths and 226 injuries, violence continues to disrupt the region.

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