A mortar shell fired from across the border injured five members of a family, including three children, in North Waziristan, according to security and medical sources.
Shell Strikes Residential House
Officials said the mortar landed on the house of Kareem Khan and Rehmatullah, causing a powerful explosion that damaged the property and injured those inside.
The wounded were shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment shortly after the incident.
Medical Update on Injured
Medical officer Dr. Ashfaq confirmed that five people, including three children, were brought to the hospital for treatment. Their condition is being closely monitored.
Five Injured in Cross-Border Shelling in South Waziristan
Eyewitness Accounts
Residents described the blast as sudden and intense. An injured person, Noor Ali, said the shell directly hit the house, resulting in a loud explosion that shook the entire structure.
Locals said the incident created panic in the area due to the force of the blast.
Rising Security Concerns
According to Beyond Time News, residents reported increased cross-border shelling in recent days, with civilian areas frequently affected. The incidents have raised concerns over the safety of families living near the border regions.
