SOUTH WAZIRISTAN: Two civilians were injured in an alleged quadcopter attack in Barwand area of Servekai tehsil, Upper South Waziristan, on Thursday, local sources and police said.

According to local sources, an unidentified quadcopter targeted a populated area in Barwand, leaving two civilians, Saud Mehsud and Mir Azam Khan Mehsud, injured. The injured were shifted to district headquarters hospital in Wana, where they were being provided with medical assistance.

Medical Superintendent (MS) Dr Jan Mohammad Shinwari said the injured were receiving appropriate medical care.

Police also confirmed that two civilians had sustained injuries in the incident. However, further details about the nature of the attack and the circumstances surrounding it were not immediately available.

The residents said quadcopter flights and attacks in the area had continued, causing fear and concern among local population. They expressed apprehension over safety of civilians and called upon relevant authorities to take effective measures to protect lives and property.

They urged the authorities to take immediate measures to prevent further attacks and ensure the safety of residents in populated areas.

Published in Dawn, October 30th, 2026