In a tragic incident yesterday armed men attacked a multi-vehicle convoy near north-western Pakistan killing 42 members of the Shiite Muslim community. The assault — which happened on the road between Parachinar and Peshawar — became one of the worst attacks in the areaʼs recent history
The victims (including 6 women) were driving to Peshawar when gunmen ambushed their vehicles; leaving 20 people with injuries. The attack shocked local residents who gathered today for funeral ceremonies in the area
Todayʼs funeral prayers turned into an anti-government demonstration as people expressed their frustration with security issues. The crowd showed its anger at authorities by chanting slogans; demanding better protection for their community members in the region