SOUTH WAZIRISTAN (HRNW): On February 24, 2026, unidentified assailants targeted a government school in the Sharif Khan Kot area with explosive materials, resulting in the destruction of the facility. According to the District Police Officer (DPO), the powerful blast completely demolished two classrooms, the restrooms, and the main gate of the school, while also causing structural damage to several nearby residential houses.
Authorities have launched a formal investigation into the incident to identify the perpetrators. In the wake of the attack, security measures across the region have been significantly tightened to prevent further strikes on educational institutions and public infrastructure. The local community has expressed deep concern over the disruption of education in the area due to such targeted violence.
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