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Evacuation in the Snow: Fears of Conflict Drive Mass Exodus from Pakistan’s Tirah Valley

Residents from Tirah valley, who fled a remote mountainous region bordering Afghanistan, gather to get themself registered, in Bara, Khyber District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan A wave of displacement is sweeping through northwest Pakistan as thousands of families flee the Tirah Valley after mosque loudspeakers warned residents of possible upcoming military action. The sudden announcements triggered a rapid and chaotic departure, with many families leaving in the middle of harsh winter conditions. Residents describe a tense atmosphere in the valley, where fears of renewed conflict between security forces and militant groups have been simmering for months. Entire communities have packed their belongings onto trucks, donkeys, and makeshift carts, heading toward safer towns such as Bara and Peshawar. Government officials insist that no military operation has been ordered and attribute the movement of people to seasonal migration patterns. Locals strongly dispute this, sayi...

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Prince Harry’s Legal Battle Over Security Ends in Disappointment

Prince Harry has expressed deep disappointment after losing his legal fight against the UK government over police protection. The Duke of Sussex had sought to overturn a decision that stripped him of automatic taxpayer-funded security when visiting Britain, following his departure from royal duties in 2020.  

The ruling, upheld by the Court of Appeal, confirmed that Harry would not receive the same level of security as working royals, with protection granted only on a case-by-case basis. The prince, who now resides in California with his wife Meghan and their children, has voiced concerns about his safety in the UK, citing past threats and security risks.  

Despite his legal team's arguments that Harry was subjected to unjustified and inferior treatment, the court maintained that the decision was lawful. Buckingham Palace responded by stating that the matter had been thoroughly examined and consistently upheld by the courts.  

Harry, visibly emotional, shared that the ruling makes it difficult for him to bring his family to Britain safely. He also expressed a desire for reconciliation with his father, King Charles III, though he admitted that their relationship remains strained due to the ongoing security dispute.  

While the prince has hinted that he may not pursue further legal action, the outcome of this case underscores the complexities of royal security and the challenges faced by those who step away from official duties.

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