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According to unverified local reports, intense clashes have occurred in Manato, Central Kurram, between fighters linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and a local armed faction identified as the “Ummati group,” which is reportedly involved in extortion and targeted killings. The Ummati group is alleged to operate under the patronage of certain Jamaat-ul-Ahrar elements. Initial, unconfirmed claims suggest that 16 members of the Ummati group and 2 TTP‑linked fighters have been killed. Independent verification of these figures and the circumstances remains pending. @Insurgent_Zone

#Update According to local sources, Tehsil Spin Wam is reportedly under a military siege. Reports indicate that two people have been killed, one girl injured, and multiple structures — including a bridge, a solar plant, several shops, three mosques, and a school — have been destroyed. The local market is largely closed. Residents claim movement is restricted in several villages, including Shimeri, Bobali, Abakhel, Titi Mada Khel, Hassan Khel, and Mot Khel. Several families have reportedly left the area. Local sources have appealed to human rights organizations for intervention.

Shadow Governor of Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), Ashiq, released an audio message confirming that their fighters engaged in clashes with security forces in Spin Wam Abakhel, North Waziristan. According to the statement, the clashes persisted throughout the day. He subsequently instructed fighters from other regions in North Waziristan to launch attacks on security installations. Security forces acknowledged that five personnel were injured during an ambush in Spinwam and were subsequently transported via helicopter to CMH Bannu.

Unidentified assailants shot dead Frontier Corps (FC) personnel Sepoy Muhammad Kamran while he was on leave. The incident occurred within the limits of Darmangi Machni Gate police station, Peshawar.

#Update

The deceased personnel has been identified as Soldier Irfanullah.

#Update Commandant Amir Taimur confirmed that the BMP police station in Chitrotta (Koh‑e‑Suleiman area, Tehsil Taunsa Sharif, near the Balochistan border) was destroyed by an explosive attack. No personnel were present at the time due to a prior alert, and no casualties have been reported. A backup team has been dispatched to the scene.

Visuals from destroyed Police Station.

Armed individuals have established checkpoints on the Quetta–Taftan main route in the Mall area of Nushki. During snap‑checking, 17 individuals associated with the Reko Diq project have been reportedly arrested. Separately, due to the deteriorating security situation and increasing attacks on mineral transport, the Balochistan Goods Truck Owners Association has announced that no trucks will load minerals effective immediately. Association President Haji Noor Jan Shahwani stated that any company proceeding with loading will be responsible for any resulting damage.

The Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen Pakistan (IMP) has released an infographic summarizing its claimed operations against Pakistani security forces over the past 10 days (9 May - 18 May). Claimed casualties:

· Killed: 60 · Injured: 25 · Total: 85

Claimed destruction:

· 6 vehicles · 1 armored vehicle · 1 security camera

Special mention – Bannu Fateh Khel checkpoint attack (claimed seized items):

· 6 AK rifles, 30 AK magazines, 500+ AK rounds · 1 sniper rifle, 1 rocket launcher with 3 rockets, 1 PK machine gun with 1000 rounds, 1 pistol · 11 grenades, 2 Dushka gun boxes, 3 mobile phones

Note: This post is based on a claim released by Ittehad-ul-Mujahideen Pakistan and has not been independently verified.

Picture of deceased police personnel.

Police Constable Imtiaz, son of Zareen, a resident of Barkhuzo (Tehsil Mamond), was killed by unknown gunmen.

According to initial reports, an improvised explosive device (IED) targeted the 232 Wing of security forces in the Tirah area. One soldier has been killed, while a Captain and an NCO have been injured. Further details are awaited.

#Update The Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has released a video featuring an individual alleged to be a spy for security forces. According to the TTP, the individual confessed to sharing intelligence with security forces, which allegedly resulted in the deaths of eight of their fighters.

During a security operation in Bannu, police took into custody a vehicle reportedly belonging to a TTP commander known as "Gidar." The suspect, however, managed to escape. According to sources, search and pursuit operations are ongoing in various areas to apprehend the fleeing individual.

The Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) released footage of a mine attack targeting infantry personnel in the Taip Sar area of Shakai, South Waziristan. However, there was no confirmation regarding casualties. @Insurgent_Zone

#Update Security Forces are using gunships in operation in SpinWam, North Waziristan. @Insurgent_Zone

According to TTP sources, an attack is underway on Chutrota Police Station in Tehsil Taunsa Sharif, at the confluence of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Punjab. The attackers claim to have detonated a bomb on the station building and established a siege. Further details are awaited. Note: This information has not been independently verified.

Unidentified assailants opened fire on a Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) officer, identified as Shabbir Ahmed Askani, near Naveed Service in Dashti Bazar, Malikabad area. He succumbed to his injuries. @Insurgent_Zone

According to local sources, the Bannu Police Peace Committee has launched a full-scale operation in Domail, Jhandokhel, Sadakhel, and surrounding areas against unidentified individuals. Various areas have been cordoned off, and search operations have been intensified. @Insurgent_Zone

Initial reports indicate an armed attack on a Pakistani military convoy in the Shareeki area of Mashkai tehsil, Awaran district. According to local sources, a reinforcement convoy was also targeted, leading to intense gunfire. Local sources claim heavy casualties among security forces, with the dead and wounded later evacuated by helicopter. Further details are awaited. @Insurgent_Zone