Pakistan has declared a state of emergency in Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, restricting the use of certain vehicles following reports of potential sabotage. District Education Officer Abdul Malik also ordered a one-day closure of all government schools to ensure public safety, reports Al Jazeera. Bannu police have been placed on high alert, with security measures intensified across the district. District Police Officer Yasir Afridi said six attacks were successfully foiled, including attempts at the Kashoo Bridge check post and Kotka Muhammad Khan Domel area. Pakistan has rejected Afghan Taliban calls for talks.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 28, 2026 07:46 UTC