Militants attack polio security team in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa injuring 4 policemen
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- •The attack occurred on April 13, 2026, in Hangu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
- •One police officer assigned to protect the polio team was killed during the attack.
- •Four policemen were injured while escorting the polio vaccination team.
- •Pakistan launched its second nationwide polio vaccination campaign in 2026.
- •Militants have targeted polio teams and their security in previous campaigns, complicating eradication efforts.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Pakistani authorities increase security measures for polio teams the safety of health workers and police may improve, allowing vaccination campaigns to proceed more effectively and reducing polio transmission risks.
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Primary Sources (4)
MEAsharq Al-Awsat (EN)Suspected Militants Kill Police Officer Assigned to Guard Polio Team as Nationwide Campaign Begins in PakistanREGIONALThe Hindu - International4 policemen injured in militant attack on polio team in Pakistan's Khyber PakhtunkhwaREGIONALDawn (Pakistan)Cop martyred, 4 injured in attack on Hangu police team en route to provide security for polio driveREGIONAL