Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Terrorism Watch

Terrorist killed during intelligence-based operation in KP’s Lakki Marwat: police​


Umar Bacha | Dawn.com
September 3, 2025

A terrorist commander, allegedly involved in carrying out bomb blasts and targeting law enforcement personnel, was killed during an intelligence-based operation in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Lakki Marwat district, the police said on Wednesday.

According to a statement issued by the Lakki Marwat police, the terrorist — identified as Kifayatullah — was killed during an exchange of fire with the cops.

“The police, upon receiving information about a suspected hideout in Nawar Khel, led a Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) team and carried out the operation, during which one police constable was left injured due to an exchange of fire with the terrorists,” the statement said.

Ammunition and a Kalashnikov were recovered from the slain terrorist, it added.

According to the police statement, the “exchange of fire went on for a long time, during which the police retaliated bravely.” It added that a clearance operation was underway in Nawar Khel.

Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Bannu region Sajjad Khan lauded the bravery of the police officers who participated in the operation.

“Our officers are always ready to fight for their homeland,” he said in a statement. “Their resolve to thwart terrorists’ attempts is ironclad”.

In August, terrorists in Lakki Marwat carried out a series of militant attacks, killing three soldiers and a woman while injuring three others, including two soldiers.

Lakki Marwat has long been a hotspot for terrorism and violence, with unrest dating back to the early 2000s. Militant attacks have become more frequent in recent months, despite ongoing efforts by local peace committees to maintain order and resist terrorist influence.
 

3 policemen killed in gun attack in KP’s Karak​


BR Web Desk

Three policemen, including a station house officer (SHO), were killed in a gun attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Karak district on Wednesday, Aaj News reported.

The incident took place in the Banda Daud Shah area when unidentified assailants opened fire on a police patrol, according to the report.

Station House Officer Sarfraz Umar was among the dead.

Police cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to trace the attackers.

The development comes hours after six people were killed after unknown assailants opened fire on a vehicle in Kurram district.

“This morning, armed men targeted a vehicle belonging to a member of the Sunni community from Para Chamkani,” local administrative official Amir Nawaz Khan said.

“Six people inside the vehicle were killed.”
 

Two security personnel martyred in Swat​


Umer Farooq
September 5, 2025

PESHAWAR: Two security personnel were martyred in a clash with militants in Matta tehsil of Swat district, late on Wednesday night.

Sources said that a clearance operation was being carried out in the Matta area when the clash took place, adding that two personnel lost their lives in the exchange of fire.

The clearance operation was carried out in the Dopsar area, a hilly part of Matta tehsil, they said, adding that the operation was conducted on reports of the presence of militants in the area.

Sources said the area was cordoned off immediately and a search operation was launched. However, there was no official word from the military’s media wing, until going to press.

A security official confirmed the presence of up to 60 militants, including their support network, in Khawazkhela and Matta tehsils of Swat.

He said the militants had first appeared in the area in 2022, but withdrew after the Aman Pasoon (peace uprisings), and had only now returned to the area.

He added that since the militants were present on hilltops and could spot the movement of security forces from the heights, flushing them out was a challenging job. Besides, their ability to monitor troop movements was also enabling them to plan ambushes.

Matta tehsil was a hotbed of militancy before the area was cleared in Operation Rah-i-Raast in 2009.
 

30 arrested in Kurram search operation​

KURRAM: About 30 suspected persons were arrested during a search and strike operation in Lower Kurram on Thursday.

During the operation, led by DPO Kurram Malik Habib Khan, was conducted in Mahora area of Lower Kurram. About 30 suspects were arrested and house of main accused involved in Wednesday’s attack on a vehicle killing six people was also demolished.

The security forces and police conducted a joint operation, which was supported by local people.

Sources said the security personnel were equipped with modern weapons and supported by gunship helicopters for aerial surveillance of the village. During the operation the house of main accused was demolished under the Kohat peace agreement reached a few months ago.

DPO Malik Habib Khan said on the occasion that those who took the law into their hands and disturbed the area peace would be dealt with an iron hand and strict legal action would be taken in accordance with the Kohat agreement.

He further said that to maintain peace in Kurram, local elders and security forces were on the same page and very soon the main accused involved in yesterday’s incident would be arrested.

Published in Dawn, September 5th, 2025
 
Asfandyar Bhittani said:
Watched Fida adeel's vlog report of Bannu FC line attack.

This is what I was able to piece together. Could have been far deadlier attack.

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I think LEA should avoid debriefs with journalists who try to ask sensitive questions related to formations and readiness in terms of weapons. It only improves the next attack.
 
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I think LEA should avoid debriefs with journalists who try to ask sensitive questions related to formations and readiness in terms of weapons. It only improves the next attack.
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LEAs claim that attackers were in constant contact with handlers in Afghanistan. If so, they know a lot more than anything in this video.
 

Blast at Bajaur cricket ground kills one, injures child​


Panic spreads as explosion rocks local cricket match in restive district of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa

Our Correspondent
September 06, 2025


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A bomb blast at Kohsar Cricket Ground in the Khar Tehsil area of Bajaur district, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), left one man dead and a child injured on Saturday, police confirmed.

The deceased was identified as Fazlullah. Both he and the injured child were shifted to the District Headquarters Hospital in Khar for medical treatment, police added.

The explosion occurred during a local cricket match, sparking panic among players and spectators. According to officials, the blast's impact was so powerful that its sound was echoed across distant areas, causing widespread alarm.

“In a state of panic, many fled the field as the blast shook the ground,” a police spokesperson said. “The explosion occurred while local players were actively engaged in the game.”

Security forces swiftly arrived at the scene and cordoned off the area. The site was being examined for further evidence while an investigation was launched into the nature and source of the explosive device.

So far, no group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
 
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hydrabadi_arab said:

30 arrested in Kurram search operation​

KURRAM: About 30 suspected persons were arrested during a search and strike operation in Lower Kurram on Thursday.

During the operation, led by DPO Kurram Malik Habib Khan, was conducted in Mahora area of Lower Kurram. About 30 suspects were arrested and house of main accused involved in Wednesday’s attack on a vehicle killing six people was also demolished.

The security forces and police conducted a joint operation, which was supported by local people.

Sources said the security personnel were equipped with modern weapons and supported by gunship helicopters for aerial surveillance of the village. During the operation the house of main accused was demolished under the Kohat peace agreement reached a few months ago.

DPO Malik Habib Khan said on the occasion that those who took the law into their hands and disturbed the area peace would be dealt with an iron hand and strict legal action would be taken in accordance with the Kohat agreement.

He further said that to maintain peace in Kurram, local elders and security forces were on the same page and very soon the main accused involved in yesterday’s incident would be arrested.

Published in Dawn, September 5th, 2025
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Saw the images of remains of the two martyrs. One body was dismembered. Looked like an IED or RPG. Matta has a notorious history. I still remember Major Zia ul Haq Shaheed whose unit had to face 100s of TTP terrorists back in 2008 in the same area. This needs to be taken seriously.
 
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