On December 16, 2014, militants from the Pakistani Taliban launched an attack on a school in Peshawar, Pakistan, killing 145 people, most of them children. The attack was one of the deadliest in Pakistans history and was carried out by six gunmen who stormed the school, opening fire on students and teachers. The attack shocked the nation and the world, leading to widespread condemnation. It marked a turning point in Pakistans fight against terrorism, with the government increasing military operations against militant groups. The tragedy led to renewed efforts to improve security in schools and public spaces in Pakistan.