Quadcopter Strike in North Waziristan Injures Civilians, Including Children

Quadcopter Strike in North Waziristan Injures Civilians, Including Children
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A quadcopter strike hit a civilian home in the Spinwam area of North Waziristan, injuring at least three children including the homeowner's son and two nephews. The attack targeted the home of Malik Liaqat Ali Khan, a PML-N leader and former candidate, according to reports. This incident follows a similar strike in Aka Khel that injured nine civilians. Analysts say the pattern may indicate a shift by militant groups, specifically the TTP and TTA, toward coordinated attacks on civilian areas rather than security forces, raising serious concerns about the safety of ordinary residents and the potential for escalating violence.

Source: Statement from @pakafghanmatter

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Published: April 27, 2026, 10:17 am

Editorial Note: This article is based on publicly available information and official statements. We strives for accuracy and fairness in all reporting.

Northern Afghanistan Correspondent at Afghan Broadcast News (ABN)

Bashir Khan is the Northern Afghanistan correspondent for ABN. Based in Mazar-i-Sharif, he covers the distinct political and economic climate of the northern provinces, including cross-border trade with Central Asia, ethnic dynamics, and local governance. His reporting provides a crucial perspective different from the capital-centric news narrative.

Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan
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