At least 30 civilians were killed in an airstrike in the Tirah Valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The attack took place in Matre Dara village during the early hours of Monday, leaving widespread destruction and grief among local families.
Witnesses reported that the airstrike hit residential homes. Many of the victims were women and children. Rescue teams arrived later, but damaged roads delayed medical help and relief operations. Several injured survivors were taken to nearby hospitals, while others remained trapped under rubble.
The Tirah Valley has long been a flashpoint in clashes between the military and armed groups. Over the years, civilians in the region have faced repeated displacement due to conflict and operations. Local residents now fear more violence and uncertainty following this strike.
Human rights observers have expressed concern over the rising civilian death toll. They called for greater caution in military operations to ensure the protection of non-combatants. The loss of children in this attack has drawn particular condemnation from humanitarian organizations.
Authorities have not yet released full details about the target of the strike. Previous operations in the Tirah Valley were aimed at suspected militant hideouts. However, the high number of civilian casualties has raised questions about planning and accountability.
The incident has added to the challenges already faced by families in the area. Many communities in Tirah Valley live without reliable access to healthcare, clean water, and basic infrastructure. With this latest tragedy, residents worry that their situation will only worsen.
The death toll from the airstrike may rise as search operations continue in destroyed homes. For now, grief and fear dominate the valley, where many families mourn loved ones lost to a conflict they cannot control.
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