School Bombing In South Waziristan And Student Stabbing Incident

In a troubling incident in South Waziristan, unidentified attackers blew up the Government Middle School (GMS) Boys’ Sharif Khan Kot, causing significant structural damage but fortunately resulting in no casualties. The explosion, which occurred late Monday, destroyed parts of the school including two classrooms and bathrooms, with the blast being powerful enough to be heard in distant areas. District Police Officer Muhammad Tahir Shah Wazir confirmed that nearby houses also suffered damage, including solar panels and windows. Following the attack, police initiated an investigation to gather evidence from the site. KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi condemned the act, stating, "Those responsible for targeting an educational institution are enemies of knowledge, development, and the younger generation," and emphasized that such attacks would only strengthen national unity against forces disrupting peace (Dawn, February 24, 2026). This incident follows a similar attack in December 2025, where a government primary school in North Waziristan was also targeted, highlighting a disturbing trend of violence against educational institutions in the region.