"A Dark Night for Pashtun Rights: The Khyber Jirga Attack and State Actions Against Munzeer Pashteen"

INTRODUCATION;

Briefly describe the situation. The nighttime attack on the Khyber Jirga administration in Peshawar.
Mention the use of "insu gas and shelling," which causes injuries and confusion.
Explain the significance of the Jirga to the Pashtun community and how the incident symbolises escalating hatred against Pashtun gatherings.

Attack on the Khyber Jirga;.

Detail the timing of the incident (2:30 p.m., according to Ismail Pashteen) and the confusion over who carried it out (Peshawar police and unknown individuals).
Describe the injuries, the use of tear gas, and the overall sense of panic caused by the raid.
Highlight Ismail Pashteen's comment, which is shared by many Pashtuns: "Pashtuns have no status here," reflecting their marginalisation within the state.

A broader context of Pashtun marginalisation.;

Discuss the history of state oppression of the Pashtun people, including forced disappearances, targeted assassinations, and resistance movements such as the PTM (Pashtun Tahafuz Movement).
Thousands of missing Pashtuns, and the ongoing issues they face.
How this attack fits into a broader trend of state brutality and suppression.

Role of the Khyber Jirga;

Explain the significance of the Jirga, a traditional institution for conflict settlement and community discussion.
How its rupture represents a direct challenge to Pashtun identity and autonomy.
Given the current political atmosphere, discuss why the state may see assemblies like the Jirga as a threat.

State Action Against Munzeer Pashteen;

Transition to the state's current activities against Munzeer Pashteen and how they relate to the larger oppression of Pashtun leadership.
Outline recent attacks on Munzeer Pashteen and the state's efforts to limit his power.
Highlight how leaders like Munzeer are targeted to silence voices that question the state's policy towards the Pashtun people.

The Night Attack: A Symbol for Broader Issues;

Examine how the nighttime raid on the Jirga is more than just a police action; it demonstrates the state's contempt for Pashtun rights.
The incident, which occurred in the dark, demonstrates the state's covert measures to quell rebellion.

Ismail Pashteen's emotive statement—"These people come in the darkness of the night and take things like thieves"—encapsulates the frustration and helplessness that many people feel.

Conclusion;

Explain the significance of this event within the larger framework of Pashtun demands for autonomy and respect.
Reiterate the continued state aggression against Pashtuns, as well as how attacks on peaceful meetings and leadership seek to destroy Pashtun unity.
Raise awareness and solidarity for the Pashtun cause, and hold those responsible for their actions accountable.