27 Sep 2024 | 11:49 AM UTC
Pakistan: Further sporadic clashes possible between local tribes in Kurram District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, through at least early October /update 1
Further sporadic tribal clashes possible over land dispute in Kurram, Pakistan, through at least early October; 46 killed as of Sept. 27.
Further sporadic clashes are possible between members of local tribal communities over a land dispute in Kurram District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, through at least early October. The violence has left at least 46 people dead and 98 injured as of Sept. 27. Officials indicated the Parachinar-Peshawar main road and the Kharlachi border crossing remain closed due to the ongoing clashes, prompting severe shortages of food and medicine in the Kurram District.
Authorities will almost certainly maintain an increased security presence and could implement enhanced restrictions, including temporary public movement curbs, depending on operational needs. Associated localized transport and business disruptions are highly likely. Retaliatory or opportunistic attacks, mainly on government, police, and military personnel and/or facilities, may occur. Typical tactics include small-scale bombings using vehicles or suicide attackers.
Exercise increased caution if operating in or near Kurram District. Depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan accordingly for potential transport and business disruptions. Plan for transport disruptions and possible ground shipping delays; consider alternative routes and shipping methods for time-sensitive cargo. Maintain contact with your diplomatic mission. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
Initial clashes involving gunfire erupted on July 24 with intermittent attempts to call for a ceasefire. The most recent wave of isolated incidents began in mid-September, with heavy gun firing having occurred in several parts of the district, including Khar Kallay and Sadda.
