Author: none@none.com (Ibrahim Shinwari)

In the picturesque Tirah Valley, a tense calm settled after a fierce firefight between security forces and armed militants. The clash, part of a counterinsurgency operation launched on August 20, left residents on edge as militant groups like the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan disappeared from the scene. Despite a temporary halt in artillery and helicopter attacks, fear lingered in the air. Ground forces retreated from hotspots like Tangi Payra and Sairrai Kandaw, where intense battles had erupted with infiltrating terrorists. Unfortunately, collateral damage occurred, including the tragic loss of a young girl in Momandu Ghuz area from artillery fire. Local sources reported…

Tensions escalated at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border as both sides exchanged heavy fire over the construction of a controversial check post by Afghan forces. The firing, which began with light weapons and escalated to heavy artillery, led to the closure of the border for all movement. While no casualties or property damage were reported, the situation prompted the evacuation of residents and the closure of local marketplaces and government offices. Transporters and customs clearing agents also had to disband their protest camp near the border crossing due to the incident. The clash, which lasted for several hours, eventually subsided but left…

Militant Attacks in Khyber District Leave Three Soldiers Martyred Security forces in Khyber district faced a deadly onslaught when militants attacked several security posts, resulting in the martyrdom of three soldiers and injuries to a dozen others. Sources revealed that the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Gul Bahadur group joined forces for this deadly attack, expanding their operations beyond their usual strongholds. The Prime Minister praised the military for their anti-terrorism operations and paid tribute to the fallen soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the operation. The assaults took place as security forces tried to intercept militants infiltrating the Rajgal Valley…

Senior Journalist Khalil Jibran Killed in Khyber District A tragic incident occurred in Landi Kotal tehsil of Khyber district as unidentified gunmen ambushed and killed senior journalist Khalil Jibran on his way back from a dinner party. The assailants dragged him out of the vehicle and shot him, leaving his body with 19 bullet wounds. Jibran, a respected journalist in his early 50s, had been involved in journalism since 2001 and was known for his social work contributions. His murder has sparked outrage among residents and journalists in the region. Local residents staged a protest demanding justice and accusing law…