Militants torch police stations along with checkpoints, fueling chaos in Pakistan
by ShravyaA violent mob ransacked and set fire to two police checkpoints in Pakistan, escalating tensions in the region. The unrest came in the wake of a militant ambush that killed nearly 50 people, including women and children, marking one of the deadliest attacks in recent years.
The incident took place in Kurram district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on November 22.
Visuals showed scenes of devastation and panic, with flames engulfing police checkpoints and nearby infrastructure. Streets were lined with distressed locals, as heavily armed militants brandished rifles, creating an atmosphere of intense fear and chaos. Fires blazed on both sides of the roads, amplifying the palpable tension in the area.
According to reports, the violent rampage was sparked by the killings of Shia passengers in an ambush the previous day. On November 21, dozens of vehicles were attacked, with the death toll later climbing to 47, including eight women and five children, while over 20 others sustained injuries.
In response, outraged locals in Parachinar shut down markets and schools, blocking main roads with burning tires. Protesters ransacked Bab-e-Kurram, a key entry point, and torched two police checkpoints in Parachinar.
Deputy Commissioner Kurram Javed Ullah Mehsud said rescue operations were ongoing to treat the injured and promised swift efforts to restore normalcy. “We are committed to bringing routine life back as quickly as possible,” he assured.