Curfew imposed in North Waziristan as Taliban activity escalates, sparking local peace protests.

A curfew has been imposed in North Waziristan, Pakistan, amid rising insecurity and militant activity by the Taliban. Authorities are negotiating with Taliban leaders, urging them to retreat or hide in mountains. A peace march in the region united locals against the deteriorating security, blaming the state for allowing militant resurgence. Talks with the Taliban continue, but the situation leaves residents in fear, caught between militants and the state.