Islamabad: In a significant border skirmish, Pakistani forces retaliated against an unprovoked attack by the Afghan Taliban, resulting in the deaths of eight militants, including key commanders. The clash, which occurred at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, marks another tense moment in the complex relationship between the two neighboring countries.
According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the confrontation began when the Afghan Taliban launched an unprovoked attack with heavy weaponry from inside Afghanistan, targeting Pakistani check posts yesterday. The Pakistani security forces responded promptly and effectively, neutralizing eight Taliban members, including commanders identified as Khalil and Jan Muhammad, and injuring sixteen others.
The incident underscores ongoing tensions and the facilitation of terrorist activities against Pakistan by the Afghan Taliban, highlighting concerns over the stability and security along the international border. The Ministry’s statement also pointed out the increasing visibility of the Afghan Taliban’s aggressive actions along the border, signaling a persistent threat to regional peace and security.