Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government now fully supports the Centre against terrorism. He told the National Assembly that cooperation improved after years of disagreements over security operations. His remarks matter because worsening attacks continue affecting residents in KP and Balochistan near the Afghan border. Asif responded to criticism from JUI-F leader […]
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KP CM criticises closed-door decisions after Bannu attack
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister (CM) Sohail Afridi has criticised what he described as decisions being made behind closed doors, saying the provincial government would resist any policy that undermines peace or goes against the interests of the people of the province. Afridi made the remarks during a visit to Bannu on Monday following a […]
Five killed in Bannu suicide attack targeting police station
BANNU – At least five civilians, including three women and a child, were killed in a suicide attack outside a police station in Bannu, according to security sources. The incident occurred when a suicide bomber attempted to target people gathered near the Domail police station, causing casualties and injuries. Read More: Army officer, soldier martyred […]
Lt Colonel martyred, five militants killed in Bannu clash
Two soldiers were martyred in a terrorist attack on a security convoy in Bannu on Saturday. The assault occurred during an intelligence-based operation against Indian-sponsored militants, officials said. The incident underscores escalating security challenges and affects ongoing counterterror operations in the region. According to the Inter Services Public Relations, terrorists targeted the convoy during an […]
Militants abduct CPEC policeman, attack journalist’s residence in Bannu
PESHAWAR: A CPEC policeman was reportedly kidnapped, and his house set on fire by armed militants in the Dogar Umarzai area of Bannu district, authorities said. Around 40 to 50 militants allegedly stormed the residence of Constable Qadeer, destroying three rooms and household belongings before abducting him, causing panic among his family and local residents. […]
Attack on police patrol in Bannu thwarted, two militants killed
An attempted militant attack on a police vehicle in the Domel area of Bannu district was successfully foiled on Monday, resulting in the killing of two assailants, police officials said. Read More: Four peace committee members killed in Bannu gun attack According to police, the incident occurred when a police vehicle was conducting a routine patrol in the […]
Miranshah assistant commissioner among four martyred in Bannu attack
BANNU: Miranshah Assistant Commissioner Shah Wali and two policemen were among four people martyred after the official’s vehicle came under a sudden attack in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, on Tuesday. The vehicle was also set on fire by the assailants, according to Deputy Inspector General Sajjad Khan. Read More: Security forces kill eight terrorists in Bannu IBO The […]
Seven peace committee members killed in Bannu attack
Seven people were killed when a peace committee office was attacked in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bannu district, police said on Friday. In their complaint to the police, the victims’ family has maintained that the attack was a result of a family feud. However, police say the family has taken the stance to avoid another potential attack […]
Terrorist attack in Bannu kills seven at Peace Committee office
BANNU: At least seven people were killed and one injured after a group of terrorists attacked the Howaid Peace Committee office in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), officials said. Police confirmed that the attack targeted the Peace Committee office, intensifying security concerns in the area. Read More: Police, CTD strike successfully; five terrorists killed in Bannu-Lakki Marwat Authorities have […]
Terror bid in Bannu fails after IED explodes prematurely
A terrorist attempt to blow up a bridge in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bannu district failed on Tuesday after an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated prematurely during installation, police said. According to Amir Khan, spokesperson for the District Police Office, two terrorists had planned to target Doghoda Bridge when the device exploded, killing one of them instantly. […]