Pakistan Army destroys several Afghan border posts after cross-border attack

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Army has destroyed multiple Afghan border posts in response to a recent cross-border attack, according to an official statement reported by The Express Tribune.

The military action was taken after militants from across the Afghan border targeted Pakistani security forces. The army responded by targeting and destroying several Afghan posts, the statement said. The official communication did not specify the exact number of posts destroyed or the precise location of the incident along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

The statement emphasized that the Pakistan Army's response was a reaction to the attack on its personnel. It further noted that Pakistan has repeatedly raised concerns with Afghan authorities regarding the use of Afghan soil for attacks against Pakistan.

According to the statement, the Pakistan Army remains committed to defending the country's borders and will continue to take all necessary measures to ensure the security of its personnel and territory.

No additional details regarding casualties or further escalation were provided in the statement. The official communication also reiterated Pakistan's expectation that Afghan authorities will take effective action to prevent the use of their territory for hostile activities against Pakistan.