PESHAWAR: According to security sources, the Pakistan Army conducted a successful military operation against Afghan Taliban positions across the Durand Line.
The sources reported that Pakistani forces ambushed Afghan Taliban units, resulting in the destruction of multiple Afghan checkposts. It was stated that Taliban fighters retreated from their frontline positions following the engagement.
This military action is described as a forceful response to recent aggression from Afghanistan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa KP and Balochistan province. The operation involved Pakistani tanks, which opened fire and destroyed several posts across the border.
The incident marks a significant escalation in cross-border tensions between the two neighboring countries.
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The security forces have delivered a strong and measured response following what officials described as an unprovoked attack by Afghan troops along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.
The security representative confirmed that the forces from Pakistan effectively retaliated, ensuring the protection of national sovereignty and preventing further escalation.
The statement focused that Pakistan reserves the right to defend its borders and citizens against any act of aggression.
Pakistan has raised concerns with the interim Afghan government over the presence and activities of the TTP and other militant organizations operating from Afghan soil.
Despite assurances from Kabul, incidents of cross-border firing and infiltration attempts have continued in recent months, straining diplomatic ties between the two neighboring countries.
However, the government warned that continued aggression or tolerance of terrorist groups within Afghan territory would have serious consequences for regional stability.
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The recent exchange mentions ongoing security challenges along the porous Pakistan-Afghanistan border and the need for stronger cooperation to prevent militant infiltration and maintain peace in the region.
