Warring tribes in Pakistan’s northwest, particularly in the Kurram district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, have been ordered to surrender their weapons following weeks of deadly violence that has claimed at least 130 lives, mainly Shiite Muslims. The clashes erupted on Nov. 21 with an ambush that killed 52 people, leading to retaliatory attacks and arson. Authorities have implemented measures to ensure compliance, including a 15-day voluntary weapon collection period, the dismantling of bunkers, and the intermittent reopening of roads under security personnel supervision. Despite concerns from Shiite scholars about potential risks, the goal is to prevent further violence and maintain peace in the region.
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