Overnight Violence Claims More Lives
The Kurram district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa continues to witness devastating tribal clashes, with the death toll reaching 102. Overnight incidents claimed three more lives, and six individuals sustained injuries. These clashes have entered their seventh consecutive day, leaving 138 people injured in total.
Breakdown of Ceasefire Efforts
A government-brokered seven-day ceasefire, mediated by a high-level delegation, failed to bring lasting peace. Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif led the delegation, which included senior officials such as Chief Secretary Nadeem Aslam Chaudhry and IG Akhtar Hayat Gandapur. Despite efforts, tensions over prisoner exchanges and the retrieval of bodies remain unresolved, further fueling the conflict.
KP Governor’s Response
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi condemned the violence and highlighted the urgency of restoring peace. He plans to visit Kurram with representatives from political parties and has announced an all-parties conference (APC) in early December to address the crisis.
Call for Judicial Intervention
Jamat-e-Islami leader Asadullah Bhutto expressed grave concern over the situation and urged the Supreme Court to establish a commission to investigate and resolve the ongoing conflict.
Impact on Daily Life
The clashes have paralyzed daily life in the district. Educational institutions, markets, and roads, including the critical Peshawar-Parachinar Road, remain closed. Thousands participated in sit-ins in Parachinar, while protests were held in cities like Lahore and Karachi, demanding an end to the violence.
Background of Violence
Kurram district has a history of tribal and family feuds. Recent clashes have been particularly devastating. In previous months, similar conflicts claimed dozens of lives, with ceasefires brokered through jirgas offering temporary respite. However, the violence has flared again, leaving communities in a state of unrest.
