Human rights activist Amelia Gill criticized the government's inaction and highlighted how hate speech contributes to violence, raising concerns about the safety of citizens in Pakistan.

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan condemned the attacks, emphasizing the government's failure to protect its citizens and calling for urgent action to end the cycle of violence.

In response to the attack, authorities are emphasizing the need for constant communication with local officials to enhance security and provide assistance.

The HRCP has warned that the situation in Kurram has escalated into a humanitarian crisis, citing the alarming frequency of violent clashes and the availability of heavy weaponry among local rival groups.

An editorial highlighted the government's failure to address the intertwined issues of militancy, sectarianism, and tribal disputes in Kurram, describing the region as a 'powder keg.'

On November 21, 2024, a brutal attack by gunmen on vehicles carrying Shiite Muslims in Kurram, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, resulted in at least 42 fatalities, including six women, and left 20 others injured, marking a significant escalation in sectarian violence.

This incident follows a series of sectarian clashes that have intensified since a land dispute in July, which has already claimed lives from both communities.

The attack specifically targeted the police escort of the convoy, underscoring the perilous conditions for travelers in the region, as noted by provincial officials.

Local tribal elder Mehmood Ali Jan expressed community outrage towards law enforcement for their inability to protect the convoy, leading to plans for protests in Parachinar.

In the aftermath, residents in Parachinar protested against the government, chanting anti-government slogans and demanding accountability, which resulted in the closure of markets, shops, and schools.

The resurgence of the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) after ending a ceasefire in 2022 has exacerbated security concerns in a region already troubled by sectarian and tribal conflicts.