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Deadly Militants Attack in Kurram: Tensions Escalate

12/9/2025

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Militants attacked a security checkpoint in Kurram, Pakistan, killing six soldiers and three police officers.
Border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated since October, with Pakistan blaming militants including the Tehreek-e-Taliban (TTP) and Afghanistan denying the claims.
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Peace talks mediated by Qatar, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia have not produced a lasting resolution.

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Militants attacked a security checkpoint in Kurram, Pakistan, killing six soldiers and three police officers.
Border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated since October, with Pakistan blaming militants including the Tehreek-e-Taliban (TTP) and Afghanistan denying the claims.
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Peace talks mediated by Qatar, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia have not produced a lasting resolution.