15 September 2025
North Waziristan – Trader’s protest delays at Ghulam Khan border
Traders and customs agents staged protests at the Ghulam Khan crossing, complaining of long delays in the clearance of perishable goods, including fruits and vegetables. They accused customs officials of failing to process paperwork in time, leading to losses. Authorities cited internet and security issues for the backlog but assured that clearance procedures would be improved.
Sources: Afghanistan International, Mashaal Radio
18 September 2025
Chaman (Balochistan) – Deadly blast kills six at bus stand
A powerful bomb exploded at the Haji Bahawal Aka taxi stand in Chaman, killing six people and injuring several others. Witnesses reported that Afghan refugees were among the victims, as trucks loaded with belongings were waiting to cross into Afghanistan. Human remains were scattered across the site, with four bodies identified and three more injured. No group has yet claimed responsibility.
Sources: ZAWIA News, Counter IED Report, Dawn.com
18 September 2025
Chaman (Balochistan) – Border sealed and internet suspended
Following the blast in Chaman, authorities shut down the Chaman–Spin Boldak crossing with Afghanistan and suspended internet services in the city and nearby areas while investigations were underway.
19 September 2025
Lakki Marwat – Retired subedar abducted
Unidentified militants abducted a retired subedar from Lakki Marwat, sparking concern among residents about deteriorating security. Police confirmed the abduction and said operations were underway to locate him.
Sources: Mashaal Radio
21 September 2025
Bajaur – ANP leader assassinated
Awami National Party (ANP) local leader Haji Mir Azam Khan was gunned down by unknown attackers near Khazana Morr while returning home on his motorcycle. Hours later, the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) claimed responsibility. ANP leaders, including Mian Iftikhar Hussain, strongly condemned the killing and demanded protection for their workers. Police registered a case but no arrests were made.
Sources: Dawn.com, Mashaal radio, ABN Pashto
21 September 2025
Lakki Marwat – Levies soldier and companion kidnapped
Militants abducted a Levies soldier named Afaq and his companion Abdul Khail. The incident occurred just two days after the abduction of a retired subedar, deepening insecurity in the district. Community elders voiced alarm at the growing wave of kidnappings, while police and security forces launched search operations.
Sources: Mashaal Radio
22 September 2025
Khyber (Tirah Valley) – Airstrikes kill civilians in Akakhel Shudla
Around 2 a.m., fighter jets bombed the Akakhel Shudla and Matre Dara areas of Tirah Valley, destroying at least five houses. Between 23 and 30 civilians, including women and children, were reported killed, with dozens more wounded. Locals said bodies were being recovered from the rubble and feared the death toll would rise. The Pakistan military denied conducting airstrikes, claiming instead that militant-planted explosives caused the destruction.
Sources: Al Jazeera, Reuters, ZAWIA News, Firstpost, WION
