The death toll from sectarian clashes in Kurram district, located in Pakistan’s northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, has climbed to 88, hospital authorities confirmed to the media.
The violence began last Thursday when armed assailants ambushed a convoy of passenger coaches carrying Shia Muslims in the Parachinar area. The attack resulted in significant casualties and ignited a wave of retaliatory violence between Shia and Sunni communities.
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The subsequent clashes over several days have further escalated tensions, leading to additional casualties and widespread unrest in the district.
In a bid to restore peace, a delegation from the provincial government visited the troubled region and brokered a seven-day ceasefire between the warring sects.
Muhammad Ali Saif, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Minister, stated on Sunday that both parties have agreed to the ceasefire and initiated measures to de-escalate the situation.
“The government team is working closely with local leaders to facilitate dialogue,” Saif explained. He also confirmed that both sides have agreed to exchange captives, marking progress toward resolving long-standing issues.
The Information Minister expressed optimism about ongoing negotiations, describing them as “positive developments.” He stressed the government’s commitment to reducing tensions and fostering dialogue between the communities.
Kurram district has a history of sectarian strife. Earlier this year, in September, at least 60 people from both sects lost their lives in similar incidents, according to provincial governor Faisal Karim Kundi.
The recent violence underscores the fragile peace in the region, but the temporary ceasefire provides a window for meaningful dialogue. Efforts continue to address the underlying issues and build a sustainable resolution to sectarian conflicts in Kurram district.
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