Drone Attack Tragedy in Khyber: Captain Abbas Khan's Sacrifice

A drone attack struck a security check post in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, resulting in the death of Captain Abbas Khan and injuring Sepoy Farhan. An investigation is underway, with heightened alertness imposed. Funeral prayers for Captain Khan were held in Peshawar, attended by officials and the Chief Minister.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Peshawar | Updated: 05-02-2026 00:07 IST | Created: 05-02-2026 00:07 IST
Drone Attack Tragedy in Khyber: Captain Abbas Khan's Sacrifice
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A drone attack targeted a security check post in northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Wednesday, claiming the life of Pakistan army Captain Abbas Khan and injuring soldier Sepoy Farhan, according to local police reports.

The attack occurred in the Akakhel Mumandai area of Bara tehsil, Khyber district, prompting security forces to launch an investigation. A high alert has been imposed in the region as a precautionary measure.

In the evening, funeral prayers for Captain Abbas Khan were conducted in Peshawar. The somber event was attended by Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi and numerous senior civil and military officials, paying their respects to the fallen hero.

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