The situation escalated following heavy fighting along the border that led to casualties on both sides and increased military action.

The Taliban regime in Afghanistan stated that it wants peaceful talks to end tensions with Pakistan. Spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said in a news briefing, “We have repeatedly emphasised a peaceful solution, and still want the problem to be resolved through dialogue.” The statement came after violent clashes between border forces.

According to ISPR Chief Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, 12 Pakistani soldiers were martyred and 27 injured during the clashes, while one soldier went missing. He said Afghan forces opened fire on 53 localities across 15 sectors along the border.

In strong response, Pakistan’s security forces repelled the attacks and killed 274 members of the Afghan Taliban regime and Fitna al Khawarij. Officials also confirmed that 115 tanks and armoured personnel carriers were destroyed during the operation. Military leadership described the action as necessary to protect territorial integrity.

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi and received a detailed briefing about the border situation. He stressed a zero tolerance policy against hostile elements and called cross border attacks unacceptable. He praised Operation Ghazab lil Haq and said the armed forces are fully ready to defend the country under leadership of Chief of Defence Force Field Marshal Asim Munir.

Authorities say tensions remain high but Pakistan is determined to protect its borders and respond strongly to any aggression. Analysts believe dialogue may reduce tension, but security preparedness will continue on both sides.