Pakistani security forces kill 6 militants in separate raids near the border with Afghanistan

Pakistani security forces kill 6 militants in separate raids near the border with Afghanistan

Image use for representation purpose only. | Photo Credit: Reuters Pakistan’s military says security forces have raided two militant hideouts in regions near the border with Afghanistan, triggering intense shootouts that left six insurgents dead during the Eid holidays. A military statement said the two raids were conducted earlier on June 30, in Tank and … Read more

At least 19 members of security forces injured in suicide blast in northwest Pakistan

At least 19 members of security forces injured in suicide blast in northwest Pakistan

“At least 19 members of Pakistan’s security forces were critically injured on May 27 when a suicide bomber with an explosive-laden motorcycle targeted their convoy in the restive tribal district in northwest Pakistan bordering Afghanistan,” an official said. The security forces’ convoy were travelling to Asman Manza area of South Waziristan from DI Khan in … Read more

Pakistan issues demarche to Kabul’s envoy Najibullah Alikhel over critical remarks by Afghan leadership

Pakistan issues demarche to Kabul’s envoy Najibullah Alikhel over critical remarks by Afghan leadership

Pakistan on Monday served a demarche to Afghanistan‘s ambassador Najibullah Alikhel, protesting against the accusations by the Afghan leadership. Pakistan’s Foreign Office (FO), however, did not specify the statement which angered it. Afghan President Ashraf Ghani, in a recent interview, alleged that Pakistan “operates an organised system of support” for the Afghan Taliban. “The names … Read more