At least twelve soldiers were killed and four critically wounded when a military convoy was ambushed in the Badar Valley of Pakistan's South Waziristan Upper District this morning, officials confirmed. The Pakistani Taliban (TTP) has claimed responsibility for the attack. The ambush occurred during the reporting window, between 6:31 AM and 9:01 AM UTC on September 13th, 2025. This incident represents a significant escalation of violence in the region, with the TTP actively targeting security forces. Details regarding the specific timing and circumstances of the ambush within the Badar Valley were not immediately available. The critically wounded soldiers are receiving medical attention, according to preliminary reports.
