Deadly Attack on Shiite Convoy in Pakistan Claims 38 Lives

In a devastating attack in Kurram, Pakistan, gunmen opened fire on a convoy of Shiite Muslims, resulting in at least 38 fatalities, including women and children. The assault occurred as the convoy traveled from Parachinar to Peshawar amid ongoing sectarian violence in the region. Local officials reported several critical injuries and expressed concerns that the death toll might rise. The attack highlights the deep-rooted sectarian tensions between Sunni and Shiite communities in Pakistan, with a history of violence re-emerging in recent months. Government officials condemned the atrocity and affirmed their commitment to bringing the perpetrators to justice.