Government officials in northwestern Pakistan met with tribal leaders on Sunday to mediate a ceasefire between rival sectarian groups after clashes that have left at least 68 people dead and many more injured.
The violence began on Thursday when gunmen attacked civilian convoys, killing at least 40, mostly Shi'ite Muslims. This led to retaliatory attacks against Sunni residents, escalating into battles between armed groups from both sides.
The dispute has been ongoing for decades due to a land issue in Kurram district, near the Afghanistan border. A government delegation flew to Parachinar, Kurram's main city, to meet with Shi'ite and Sunni leaders in an effort to broker a ceasefire.
Positive progress was reported in talks, although the death toll has continued to rise, with communication in the area limited.
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