Security Forces Eliminate Three TTP Militants at Pak-Afghan Border
On Monday night, Pakistani security forces successfully foiled an infiltration attempt by a group of militants from the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) at the Pak-Afghan border in North Waziristan District. According to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the forces detected the movement of the armed group attempting to cross into Pakistan from Afghanistan.
The security forces swiftly responded, engaging in an intense exchange of fire with the militants. Three TTP members were killed during the operation, while the remaining attackers were forced to retreat. The military’s quick response prevented a potentially serious security breach.
The ISPR emphasized that Pakistan continues to urge the Afghan government to manage its side of the border more effectively, citing concerns over cross-border terrorism. They reiterated calls for Afghanistan to prevent its territory from being used by militants to launch attacks against Pakistan. Despite these ongoing tensions, Pakistan’s security forces remain determined to protect the country’s borders and counter the growing threat of terrorism.
This operation occurs amid rising terrorist activities in Pakistan, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Balochistan, since the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan in 2021. According to the Centre for Research and Security Studies (CRSS), terrorism-related fatalities surged by 90% in the third quarter of 2024.
In response, the Pakistani government has intensified its counterterrorism efforts through Operation Azm-e-Istehkam, which aims to curb terrorism and secure the nation’s borders. Additionally, Pakistan has enforced stricter border controls to restrict the movement of militants and smuggled goods. However, the issue remains complicated by Afghanistan’s non-recognition of the Durand Line, the internationally disputed border between the two countries.
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