Independent candidate Kaleemullah, 2 companions killed in North Waziristan

An independent candidate for the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Assembly constituency PK-104, Malik Kaleemullah, along with two companions, fell victim to an attack by unknown assailants in Tapi village, North Waziristan, on Wednesday.
The KP police confirmed the ruthless act, revealing that the perpetrators opened fire, leading to the untimely demise of Malik Kaleemullah Dawar and his two associates.
The assailants, still unidentified, targeted the trio in a fatal shooting, causing irreparable loss. The KP police promptly responded, transferring the deceased to the hospital for further investigation. T
his tragic event marks a dark day for the region and raises concerns about the safety of candidates in the upcoming elections.

Reporter: Amir Shahzad