Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has condemned the violence against jirga participants in Wana and Khyber.

In a statement, Maulana Fazlur Rehman urged the state to listen to the tribes, warning that violence and firing will only worsen the situation. He described the violence against the tribes in Wana and Khyber as reprehensible and called on the government and the state to avoid escalating the situation.

He emphasized that violence does not resolve movements; rather, it exacerbates them. He advocated for resolving issues through dialogue and negotiation.

He further stated that jirgas, protests, and sit-ins are hallmarks of democracy, questioning the government’s excessive apprehension.

Maulana Fazlur Rehman expressed condolences to the families of those killed and called for immediate medical assistance for the injured, offering prayers for their speedy recovery.