SOUTH WAZIRISTAN – A deadly IED attack in Wana, South Waziristan, claimed the life of prominent Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) leader Maulana Hafiz Sultan Muhammad. The blast also injured his young daughter, leaving the community in shock.
The explosion targeted Maulana Sultan Muhammad and his family while they were in Wana. Critically injured in the IED attack, the religious scholar later succumbed to his wounds. His daughter sustained injuries in the blast but is reported to be in stable condition.
Authorities say foreign militants were involved in the IED attack, part of a continuing wave of militant violence in the region. Security forces have begun investigating to identify those responsible and prevent further attacks.
The Pakistan Ulema Council expressed deep grief over the killing. Chairman Hafiz Tahir Ashrafi condemned the incident, describing it as an attack on peace, religion, and humanity. He highlighted that terrorists are indiscriminately targeting Pakistani citizens, including scholars and their families, to spread fear and destabilize the country.
Local community members and religious leaders urged unity against extremism. They stressed that such violent acts would not weaken Pakistan’s resolve against terrorism. Many called for stronger measures to protect religious figures and civilians in conflict-prone areas.
This IED attack underscores the ongoing security challenges in South Waziristan. Authorities are working to strengthen protective measures for public figures, especially religious leaders, who are increasingly targeted by militants.
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The martyrdom of Maulana Sultan Muhammad has sparked nationwide condolences. Citizens, scholars, and political leaders condemned the attack and urged vigilance against extremist threats, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to peace and stability.
