Four people lost their lives and four others were seriously injured in a landmine explosion in the Pewar Sharamkhel area of Upper Kurram district on Wednesday.
According to police, the victims were collecting firewood in the nearby mountains when one of them stepped on a landmine hidden along their path, triggering the blast. The injured were immediately taken to a nearby hospital, where they are currently receiving treatment.
One of the survivors recounted the terrifying moment: “We were gathering wood as usual when suddenly there was a loud blast. Everything turned chaotic — people were screaming and running for help.”
District Police Officer Habibullah confirmed that initial findings suggest a landmine caused the explosion. A team comprising police, bomb disposal experts, and local officials visited the site to collect evidence and assess the situation.
Local authorities described the incident as a deliberate attempt to destabilize the region’s peace. Tribal leaders have strongly condemned the attack and called for swift justice.
A search operation has been launched in the area, and investigations are currently ongoing.
