Terrorist Attack on Pakistani Military Convoy in South Waziristan
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan claimed responsibility for the attack.
SOUTH ASIA — Militants ambushed a Pakistani military convoy in the South Waziristan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of 12 soldiers. The incident involved gunfire from elevated positions during routine movement through a narrow pass.
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan claimed responsibility for the attack. Pakistani security forces engaged the attackers, killing 13 militants in the exchange. Media reports indicate four soldiers sustained injuries and received treatment at a field hospital.
No civilian casualties occurred. The event followed a series of similar ambushes in the region during 2025. Operations continued in the area to address remaining threats.
The ambush site featured rugged terrain near the Afghan border, complicating vehicle maneuverability. Military spokespersons reported the assault began with heavy weapons fire from militants positioned along ridges.
Forces returned fire and called for reinforcements, which arrived promptly to secure the perimeter. Initial assessments confirmed the use of heavy weapons by the attackers. The convoy transported personnel and supplies to forward positions.
Nearby villages reported the exchange but remained unaffected. Security personnel recovered weapons from the site after repelling the assault. The incident occurred amid documented increases in militant actions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.