**Karak Grand Jirga Vows to Work for Peace**
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A significant grand jirga was held in Karak district, bringing together key figures to address the law and order situation and forge a path towards lasting peace and stability in the region.
The jirga saw the participation of prominent individuals, including General Officer Commanding (GOC) 9 Div Kohat Major General Zulfiqar Ali Bhatti, Provincial Minister Muhammad Sajjad Barakwal, PTI Regional President Shahid Khattak, Commissioner Kohat Division Syed Mutasim Billah, Regional Police Officer (RPO) Abbas Majeed Marwat, along with divisional administration officials, respected religious scholars, and a large gathering of local community elders.
According to a statement from the Commissioner Kohat Division, the peace jirga, convened at the District Council Hall in Karak, had a clear objective: to solidify law and order and establish the district as a beacon of enduring peace.
Participants demonstrated remarkable unity and consensus, firmly reiterating their dedication to providing full support for peacebuilding efforts and fostering a thriving, harmonious society.
Clerics and local elders played a crucial role, highlighting their commitment to fostering unity and laying the groundwork for lasting peace by promoting regional harmony and brotherhood.
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The successful resolution in Karak follows a similar positive outcome in Kurram, where a three-week-long Grand Jirga recently concluded with a signed peace agreement between the involved parties. Reports indicate that concerns have been largely addressed, with the formal announcement of the agreement expected at the Peshawar Governor House.