Terrorists allegedly dropped explosive material on a mosque using a quadcopter during prayers in Lakki Marwat district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, raising fresh concerns over the growing threat posed by weaponized drones to civilian areas.
The incident occurred at Moor Mosque in Khairo Khel Paka village, within the jurisdiction of Ghazni Khel Police Station. According to local sources, the explosives were dropped while worshippers were offering prayers.
No confirmed details about casualties or property damage were immediately available. The extent of the damage and the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear.
The reported attack comes amid wider concerns over the use of weaponized quadcopters by terrorist groups in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where such devices have increasingly emerged as a security threat. Their ability to deliver explosive payloads remotely creates additional risks for civilians and complicates efforts to protect populated areas.
Separately, reported video footage from Bajaur has raised concerns over allegations that elements identified as Fitna al-Khwarij have used residential properties for cover in areas where women and children were present. The footage reportedly shows armed individuals operating from civilian homes, potentially exposing residents to danger during security operations. The material requires independent verification to establish the identities of those involved and the circumstances in which it was recorded.
If verified, the alleged conduct would highlight the serious risks created when armed groups operate from populated areas or exploit the presence of civilians for protection. Women, children and other residents must not be exposed to danger through the use of their homes as cover for armed activity. The allegations also underscore the importance of protecting civilian life and taking all feasible precautions to minimize harm during security operations.
