Pakistan Bolsters Iran Border Security Amid Regional Unrest
Pakistan has heightened security along its border with Iran. Officials are responding to violent protests in several Iranian cities. They aim to prevent any potential spillover of unrest into Pakistani territory. The federal government is closely monitoring this volatile situation.
Iranian authorities are trying to suppress major economic protests. These demonstrations have resulted in significant casualties. Consequently, Pakistan has advised its citizens to keep essential travel documents ready.
High Alert on the Frontier
Authorities placed all bordering districts on high alert. A senior official confirmed the border situation is currently normal and peaceful. However, security forces remain vigilant and are monitoring all movement closely. Cross-border trade is continuing as usual for now.
Officials have stopped the movement of tourists and pilgrims, however. They successfully evacuated Pakistani students who were in Iran. These students have now safely reached the Gwadar district.
Addressing Broader Regional Security
Balochistan also shares a long, porous border with Afghanistan. Militancy has been a persistent challenge in this region. Officials report a notable decline in militant activity recently. They directly link this improvement to Pakistan’s repatriation of nearly one million Afghans.
Security forces conduct daily operations along this frontier. Therefore, the overall law and order situation shows marked improvement. The government occasionally suspends mobile internet to disrupt militant coordination. Officials argue this necessary measure has saved hundreds of lives, but they keep wireless internet active to minimize public disruption.
