Islamabad: Pakistan carried out precision intelligence-based strikes along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, killing 28 militants and wounding 50 others, the government said early Sunday. Officials targeted seven camps and hideouts linked to Fitna al Khawarij (FAK), its affiliates and Daesh Khorasan Province (DKP).
The Ministry of Information said forces conducted the operation in response to recent suicide bombings in Islamabad, Bajaur and Bannu during Ramadan. According to the ministry, Afghanistan-based handlers directed the attacks, and affiliated groups claimed responsibility.
Despite repeated requests, Pakistan said the Afghan Taliban failed to take verifiable steps to prevent militants from using Afghan territory. Therefore, authorities launched retaliatory strikes to protect national security. The government reiterated that while Pakistan seeks regional peace, it prioritises the safety of its citizens.
Officials also urged the interim Afghan government to fulfil its obligations and called on the international community to press Kabul to honour commitments under the Doha Agreement. Afghan media reported airstrikes in Paktika, Nangarhar and surrounding districts, with multiple militant casualties.
Meanwhile, security forces killed five militants in an intelligence-based operation in Bannu district, the military’s media wing said. Troops intercepted a vehicle-borne suicide bomber, preventing a major attack. However, militants rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a security convoy.
As a result, Lt Colonel Shahzada Gul Faraz and Sepoy Karamat Shah embraced martyrdom. The military vowed to continue operations under Vision Azm-e-Istehkam, stressing that Pakistan would pursue perpetrators regardless of location.
