TIRAH VALLEY – A bold attempted abduction of an army soldier was foiled by the bravery of his family and local tribesmen in the Barqamberkhel Wali Khel area.
According to details, a group of terrorists raided the home of Noor Saleem, a soldier of the Pakistan Army. He had returned to his village on leave. The assailants tried to kidnap him, but fierce resistance from the family turned the situation around.
The attempted abduction of the army soldier took place yesterday evening. The attackers barged into the house and opened fire. Women inside came under attack, but no one was hurt in the gunfire.
As the news broke, announcements echoed from local mosques. Loudspeakers alerted the entire area. Hundreds of locals rushed to help. Their swift action stopped the terrorists in their tracks.
The people of Tirah showed unmatched courage. They stood firm against the militants. They not only fought back but also moved the soldier to a safer place. The terrorists failed in their attempted abduction of the army soldier and had to flee.
According to sources, the armed group had planned to take Noor Saleem to a secret location. But the timely reaction from the local population foiled the abduction attempt. The resistance forced the attackers to retreat empty-handed.
Noor Saleem is currently serving in the 7th Baloch unit. At the time of the attempted abduction, he was on leave from his duty station in Awaran district, Balochistan.
This heroic act by the people of Barqamberkhel saved a soldier from falling into enemy hands. The kidnapping attempt of the army soldier has again highlighted the rising threat of terrorism in remote tribal regions. Yet, it also showcased the courage and unity of the local community.
The attempted abduction of the army soldier stands as a reminder of the dangers faced by those who serve. But it also proves that the spirit of the people remains unshaken.
