Pakistan says its security forces killed 29 fighters along Afghan border

Pakistan says its security forces killed 29 fighters along Afghan border

Pakistan says its security forces killed 29 fighters in a series of operations along the border with Afghanistan, a day after armed attackers killed three soldiers in Karachi.

The latest clashes underline the continuing security challenges facing Pakistan along its western frontier, where the military has for years conducted operations against militant groups. Border areas with Afghanistan have frequently been the scene of violence involving fighters using guns and explosives, as well as retaliatory military action.

The reported strikes came shortly after an attack in Karachi in which fighters armed with guns and explosives killed three soldiers. The timing suggests a tense escalation in violence, with security forces responding quickly after the deadly incident in the southern port city.

Pakistan’s military has often said that it is targeting militants operating near the Afghan border, where terrain and cross-border movement can complicate security efforts. Such operations are part of a broader campaign to counter armed groups that have carried out attacks on security personnel and civilians in recent years.

The violence highlights the persistent threat posed by militant activity in Pakistan, particularly in regions close to Afghanistan and in major urban centers such as Karachi. While officials often describe these actions as counterterrorism operations, the underlying conflict continues to strain the country’s internal security.