Protesters in Pakistan's northwest region gathered to mourn the loss of 42 Shiite Muslims who were ambushed and killed by gunmen in one of the deadliest attacks in recent years. The victims, including six women, were traveling in a convoy from Parachinar to Peshawar when the assailants opened fire on their vehicles, leaving 20 others injured.
The attack, which took place in the Kurram area where Shiite Muslims dominate, has sparked outrage and grief among the community. The bodies of the victims were brought back to the city, draped in white cloth with red calligraphy honoring the martyrdom of Prophet Muhammad's grandson, Hussein.
