Peace Brokered in Kurram as Warring Sides Sign Agreement KP Government Spokesperson Announces
A peace agreement has been signed in Kurram, Pakistan, following weeks of negotiations. The deal will bring an end to violent clashes over land disputes and ensure the reopening of roads in the region. KP government spokesperson confirms the deal's positive impact on peace and development.
Kurram, Pakistan – After more than three weeks of negotiations, peace has been brokered in Kurram district with warring sides finally signing a peace agreement. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government confirmed that a ceasefire agreement was reached on Wednesday, paving the way for the reopening of roads in the region.
The breakthrough came after a Grand Jirga worked tirelessly to mediate between the two factions engaged in violent clashes over decades-old land disputes. These clashes have claimed the lives of at least 130 individuals in recent weeks, with the region facing severe shortages of food and medicine due to road blockades.
The peace agreement was delayed for a brief period on Tuesday when two representatives from Lower Kurram were unavailable, but negotiations resumed, culminating in the formal signing of the agreement today. The warring sides have agreed to surrender their weapons and dismantle their bunkers.
Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, a spokesperson for the KP government, praised the peace deal, stating that it would herald a “new era of peace and development” for the troubled district. He further assured that convoys would begin traveling to Parachinar, a key area in Upper Kurram, on Saturday.
The KP Chief Minister, Ali Amin Gandapur, welcomed the agreement, calling it a significant step toward a sustainable resolution of the Kurram issue. He emphasized that peace could only be achieved through dialogue, condemning violence as a means to resolve disputes.
Key Points of the Peace Agreement:
- Both sides have agreed to uphold previous agreements, including the Muree Agreement of 2008.
- A strict ban on the display of weapons and arms collection has been implemented.
- A sub-committee will be formed to facilitate the repatriation of displaced persons.
- Long-standing land disputes in various areas will be resolved based on local traditions and revenue records.
- A permanent ceasefire will be enforced, and violators will face strict action.
The seven-page agreement also addresses a range of other issues, including the protection of women, the role of state and private employees, and the prevention of hate speech on social media. Both sides have pledged to work with local peace committees to ensure long-term stability in the area.
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