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.
Several settlements have been attacked, homes evacuated, and businesses closed, while some petrol stations have been set on fire.
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The World Bank confirms Kazakhstan's GDP growth forecast at 4.7% for 2025 and 3.5% for 2026, with oil production driving recovery.
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TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew thanked President-elect Trump for his efforts to save the app in the U.S., as a January 19 deadline looms for ByteDance to sell or shut it down.
The World Bank confirms Kazakhstan's GDP growth forecast at 4.7% for 2025 and 3.5% for 2026, with oil production driving recovery.
Brazil announces Nigeria's acceptance as a partner country in BRICS, highlighting shared interests and Nigeria's growing role in global governance and the Global South.
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