...capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, administrative and economic hub for the Federally Administered Tribal Areas of Pakistan. Peshawar is situated near the eastern end of the Khyber Pass, convenient to the Pak-Afghan border. Peshawar has evolved into one of Pakistain's most ethnically and linguistically diverse cities, which means lots of gunfire...last week traumatised Paks. Besides the tragic loss of lives and property, it reminded people of their persistent vulnerability. Terrorism and operations to counter the threat cost Pakistain dearly. The efforts to rid the country of this menace have yet to succeed.
| A remote-controlled bomb may cost about the same as an iPhone at $400-500, a suicide bombing vest $1,200, and a suicide car bomb between $13,000-$20,000, depending on the make and model of the car |