Kurram District: Parachinar The tragic tribal clashes in Kurram District, fueled by a land dispute, have intensified to a devastating level, resulting in the loss of 43 lives and leaving 177 individuals injured. Despite a ceasefire agreement, the conflict has entered its sixth day, with intense gunfire continuing to erupt in various parts of Lower Kurram. While some areas, such as Upper Kurram, Bushehra, and Malikhil, have seen a temporary halt in firing, the situation remains precarious.
What began as initial skirmishes between the Boshera and Mali Khel tribes has spiraled into violent confrontations, with both sides resorting to heavy weaponry. Authorities fear that without immediate intervention, the casualty numbers will continue to rise.
Recent reports highlight that overnight clashes at four additional locations—Balishkhel, Kharkali Sangina Pewar, Teri Mangal Zeran, Khumsa Maqbal, and Kunj Releza—have led to more violence. Hospital sources confirmed that the latest fighting in Balishkhel resulted in eight additional fatalities and 11 injuries, escalating the total casualties to 43 dead and 177 injured.
The ongoing violence has led to the closure of the main Parachinar-Peshawar highway, leaving residents stranded and facing significant hardships. The continuous unrest and roadblocks have ignited protests in various cities, including Peshawar and Islamabad, as citizens rally against the violence plaguing Kurram District.
