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Express Tribune
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Sit-in against drone strike enters 5th day
A protest sit-in by tribesmen in the Mir Ali tehsil of North Waziristan tribal district against a recent quad-copter strike entered its fifth day on Friday, with demonstrators vowing to stay put until their demands are met. The quad-copter dropped explosives on a house in the Hormuz area of Mir Ali earlier this week, killing four children from the same family and critically injuring their mother along with some other women. The attack has triggered widespread outrage, with local tribesmen and activists condemning it as a violation of human rights. Fingers were pointed the security forces following the tragic incident. However, the military said on May 19 that "these claims are entirely baseless and are part of a coordinated disinformation campaign aimed at discrediting the security forces' steadfast efforts in the ongoing counterterrorism operations." The military's media wing added that a comprehensive investigation initiated after the incident has established that "this heinous act has been orchestrated and executed by India-sponsored Fitna Al Khwarij" — a reference to the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) which has officially be designated as such. "It is evident that these elements — acting at the behest of their Indian masters — continue to exploit civilian areas and vulnerable populations as shields to conduct their reprehensible acts of terrorism," it further stated, adding that such tactics aims to unsuccessfully sow discord between the local population and the security forces. Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to find a negotiated end to the sit-in. Mufti Baitullah, a spokesperson for the Utmanzai tribe, stated that the district administration had sent a traditional delegation along with two goats and Sufi mediators as part of a Nanawatey (tribal reconciliation gesture). Subsequently, the sit-in organisers postponed a planned march to Islamabad until Monday as a goodwill gesture. However, Mufti Baitullah warned that if the government fails to address their demands by then, protesters will march to the capital with the bodies of the victims.
Express Tribune
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Sit-in against North Waziristan quad-copter strike enters 5th day
A protest sit-in by tribesmen in the Mir Ali tehsil of North Waziristan tribal district against a recent quad-copter strike entered its fifth day on Friday, with demonstrators vowing to stay put until their demands are met. The quad-copter dropped explosives on a house in the Hormuz area of Mir Ali earlier this week, killing four children from the same family and critically injuring their mother along with some other women. The attack has triggered widespread outrage, with local tribesmen and activists condemning it as a violation of human rights. Fingers were pointed at the security forces following the tragic incident. However, the military said on May 19 that 'these claims are entirely baseless and are part of a coordinated disinformation campaign aimed at discrediting the security forces' steadfast efforts in the ongoing counterterrorism operations.' Read more: India-backed Fitna Al Khwarij behind North Waziristan attack: ISPR The military's media wing added that a comprehensive investigation initiated after the incident has established that 'this heinous act has been orchestrated and executed by India-sponsored Fitna Al Khwarij' – a reference to the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) which has officially be designated as such. 'It is evident that these elements — acting at the behest of their Indian masters – continue to exploit civilian areas and vulnerable populations as shields to conduct their reprehensible acts of terrorism,' it further stated, adding that such tactics aim to unsuccessfully sow discord between the local population and the security forces. Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to find a negotiated end to the sit-in. Mufti Baitullah, a spokesperson for the Utmanzai tribe, stated that the district administration had sent a traditional delegation along with two goats and Sufi mediators as part of a nanawatey (tribal reconciliation gesture). Subsequently, the sit-in organisers postponed a planned march to Islamabad until Monday as a goodwill gesture. However, Mufti Baitullah warned that if the government fails to address their demands by then, protesters will march to the Capital with the bodies of the victims. Read more: Officials begin probe as sit-in against Waziristan strike continues The sit-in continues, with all major roads blocked, disrupting trade and transportation, severely impacting Pak-Afghan trade, leaving hundreds of trucks stranded and perishable goods at risk of spoilage. Traders are reporting losses worth millions of rupees due to the standstill. Local administration officials confirmed that talks with tribal leaders are ongoing to resolve the issue peacefully while respecting tribal customs. District officials have also launched an investigation into the deadly strike, though details remain unclear. Local tribesmen have expressed frustration over the lack of transparency surrounding the attack, calling for accountability, while users on social media are also demanding stricter regulations to prevent civilian casualties in future operations.
Business Recorder
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
ISPR refutes allegations
RAWALPINDI: Following a tragic incident on 19 May 2025 in the general area of Mir Ali, North Waziristan District, which regrettably resulted in civilian casualties, unfounded and misleading allegations have been circulated by certain quarters, falsely implicating Pakistan's security forces. These claims are entirely baseless and are part of a coordinated disinformation campaign aimed at discrediting the security forces' steadfast efforts in the ongoing counterterrorism operations. In response to these accusations, a comprehensive investigation was promptly initiated. Initial findings have established that this heinous act has been orchestrated and executed by Indian sponsored Fitna Al Khwarij. It is evident that these elements—acting at the behest of their Indian Masters – continue to exploit civilian areas and vulnerable populations as shields to conduct their reprehensible acts of terrorism. Such tactics aims to unsuccessfully sow discord between the local population and the security forces, who together remain resolute to uproot the menace of terrorism. The security forces reaffirm their commitment to ensuring that the perpetrators of this inhuman act are brought to justice. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
India-backed Fitna Al Khwarij behind North Waziristan attack: ISPR
India-backed Fitna Al Khwarij behind attack in Mir Ali, North Waziristan, said the ISPR on Wednesday, referring to the strike that killed four children and triggered a protest by local tribesmen on May 19. The ISPR dispelled claims of involvement of the security forces in the attack as "entirely baseless" and part of a "coordinated disinformation campaign" aimed at discrediting counterterrorism efforts in the region. An investigation launched into the incident found that the killings were orchestrated by Fitna Al Khwarij, a group Islamabad accuses of being funded and directed by Indian intelligence agencies. "These elementsacting at the behest of their Indian masterscontinue to exploit civilian areas and vulnerable populations as shields to conduct acts of terrorism," the statement said. The military said such tactics are meant to create rifts between the local population and security forces. Despite the attack, officials said the armed forces remain committed to their mission. "Efforts are ongoing to ensure those responsible for this inhuman act are brought to justice," the statement added. According to local sources, five people, including a woman, were also injured in the incident which was allegedly caused by ammunition drop by a quad-copter on a house in the Hormus village of Mir Ali. Locals rushed the injured to the Mir Ali tehsil hospital, where some of the injured are also said to be in critical condition. The incident has triggered a wave of anger and grief, with residents staging a sit-in protest at Mir Ali Chowk since Sunday.
Express Tribune
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Indian-backed Fitna Al Khwarij behind North Waziristan attack, says ISPR
Listen to article Indian-backed Fitna Al Khwarij behind attack in Mir Ali, North Waziristan, said the Inter-Intelligence Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Wednesday, referring to the strike that killed four children and triggered a protest by local tribesmen on May 19. The ISPR dispelled claims of involvement of the security forces in the attack as 'entirely baseless' and part of a 'coordinated disinformation campaign' aimed at discrediting counterterrorism efforts in the region. An investigation launched into the incident found that the killings were orchestrated by Fitna Al Khwarij, a group Islamabad accuses of being funded and directed by Indian intelligence agencies. Read: Officials begin probe as sit-in against Waziristan strike continues 'These elements—acting at the behest of their Indian masters—continue to exploit civilian areas and vulnerable populations as shields to conduct acts of terrorism,' the statement said. The military said such tactics are meant to create rifts between the local population and security forces. Despite the attack, officials said the armed forces remain committed to their mission. 'Efforts are ongoing to ensure those responsible for this inhuman act are brought to justice,' the statement added. According to local sources, five people, including a woman, were also injured in the incident which was allegedly caused by ammunition drop by a quad-copter on a house in the Hormus village of Mir Ali. The ages of the deceased children ranged from eight years to just two months. Locals rushed the injured to the Mir Ali tehsil hospital, where some of the injured are also said to be in critical condition. The incident has triggered a wave of anger and grief, with residents staging a sit-in protest at Mir Ali Chowk since Sunday.
