Pakistani security forces responded to unprovoked firing from Afghan border positions after shots were directed at Pakistani border outposts.
Security forces launched an immediate counter-response, targeting several Afghan border posts, mortar positions and defensive installations.
The report stated that Afghan Taliban personnel abandoned their positions following the Pakistani military’s response.
No Casualties Reported in Pakistani Border Areas
According to the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of South Waziristan, no casualties have been reported in Pakistani border areas following the exchange of fire.
The official said Pakistani security forces remain on high alert and are prepared to respond to any further aggression along the border.
The latest incident highlights continuing security tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, where cross-border firing has remained a concern for authorities.
Pakistani officials have reiterated their commitment to protecting border communities and responding to threats against the country’s territorial security.
