Terrorist Attack in Northwestern Pakistan

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Gunmen opened fire on passenger vehicles in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 38 people and wounding 29. The attack occurred in the Kurram tribal district, with tensions between Shia and Sunni Muslims over a land dispute being a long-standing issue in the area.

Key Points

  • At least 38 people killed and 29 wounded in the attack
  • Tensions between Shia and Sunni Muslims over a land dispute in the tribal area
  • No group claimed responsibility for the incident