Pakistan Airstrikes Border Operation Kills 80 Militants After Deadly Attacks
Pakistan airstrikes border operation killed more than 80 militants along the Afghan frontier. Security officials confirmed that jets struck seven camps linked to TTP and ISKP. The strikes followed deadly attacks in Islamabad, Bajaur, and Bannu. Authorities described the mission as precise and intelligence-driven. As a result, forces dismantled key hideouts used to plan cross-border violence.
Retaliatory Action After Deadly Attacks
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting announced the strikes on Sunday. Officials said forces targeted camps in Nangarhar, Khost, and Paktika. They acted after reviewing verified intelligence reports.
Recent bombings had shaken several communities. For example, attackers targeted an Imam Bargah in Islamabad and killed worshippers. Militants also struck Bajaur and Bannu during Ramazan. Therefore, security leaders decided to respond firmly.
Commanders selected targets carefully to reduce civilian risk. They focused on training centres and operational hubs. In addition, officials stated that the mission aimed to prevent further attacks. Leaders stressed that national safety remains their top priority.
Rising Tensions With Kabul
Islamabad urged Afghan authorities to stop armed groups from using their soil. Officials said they had shared evidence of militant safe havens. However, Kabul condemned the strikes and called them a violation of sovereignty.
Taliban representatives claimed civilian casualties. Pakistani officials rejected those claims and called them misleading. They argued that militants often hide in populated areas to create confusion.
Meanwhile, ministers emphasized that Pakistan seeks peace in the region. They highlighted thousands of intelligence-based operations conducted nationwide. As tensions increase, both sides face growing diplomatic pressure.
Officials concluded that regional stability depends on ending cross-border militancy. They reaffirmed their commitment to protecting citizens while pursuing peace through dialogue.
