Confusion in Pakistan's "Hot Spot"
Government forces moved into the Maidan area of Lower Dir on Sunday to flush out militants and to plug the routes that link up with the Taleban-occupied Bajaur region to the west.
On Tuesday, the army announced the objectives had been achieved. So, many of the displaced families returned home on Wednesday - only to find all the roads connecting to their region - CLOSED to all traffic.
On Foot -
Soldiers did allow them to proceed, but only on foot - for a distance of around 15 miles (15km) - and most of that through towering mountains.
Women, children and the elderly were once again the ones to suffer as a result of the wars and attacks going on in this remote area of the world. Meanwhile, more families continue to ..
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