Gunmen opened fire on two separate convoys of Shia pilgrims, resulting in at least 42 deaths and wounding 20 others, amidst escalating sectarian violence in Kurram.
Ajmeer Hussain, a survivor, recounted the horrifying moments of the attack, saying he started praying, fearing he would not survive, as others around him were struck.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the attacks as acts of sheer brutality against peaceful citizens, emphasizing the need for better protection of vulnerable communities.
Local tribal elder Mehmood Ali Jan expressed outrage at law enforcement's failure to secure the convoys, prompting plans for a gathering in protest in Parachinar.
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