Pakistan Lodges Demarche With Afghan Taliban Over Bannu Attack

Islamabad Raises Security Concerns After Police Post Assault

Pakistan formally lodged a demarche with the Afghan Taliban administration following a terrorist attack targeting a police post in Bannu, according to official sources familiar with the diplomatic communication.

Authorities stated that Pakistani officials conveyed strong concerns to representatives of the Afghan Taliban regime regarding militant activities allegedly linked to cross-border networks operating from Afghan territory.

Furthermore, the diplomatic protest came after armed attackers targeted a police checkpoint in Bannu, intensifying security concerns in Pakistan’s northwestern region bordering Afghanistan.

Officials said Islamabad urged Afghan authorities to take immediate and effective action against groups involved in planning or supporting attacks against Pakistan from across the border.

Meanwhile, security agencies launched investigations into the assault while increasing vigilance in sensitive border districts following the incident.

Pakistan has repeatedly raised concerns over militant infiltration and the presence of extremist groups operating near the frontier region.

Border Security Tensions Continue Between Islamabad and Kabul

The latest diplomatic démarche highlighted continuing tensions between Islamabad and Kabul over regional security and counterterrorism cooperation.

Pakistani officials stressed the importance of preventing Afghan territory from being used by militant organisations targeting Pakistan’s security forces and civilians.

Additionally, authorities reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining peace and stability while demanding stronger action against cross-border terrorism.

The Afghan Taliban administration has previously denied allegations that militant groups operate freely from Afghan soil. However, Pakistan has continued urging Kabul to strengthen border management and security coordination.

Security analysts noted that attacks in border regions have increased pressure on both governments to improve intelligence sharing and counterterrorism efforts.

At the same time, Pakistan’s security forces remain engaged in operations against militant networks in several districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.

Consequently, the latest attack and diplomatic response are expected to influence future discussions between Islamabad and Kabul regarding border security cooperation and regional stability.