Pakistan air strikes Afghanistan 2026 targeted several militant hideouts to protect local citizens and prevent immediate threats. Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi confirmed these military actions during his weekly press briefing in Islamabad. He stated that the operation aimed to neutralize groups planning violence on Pakistani soil.
The military focused on seven specific camps located within the Nangarhar and Paktika provinces. Reports indicate that the operation successfully eliminated over 80 militants during the overnight mission. This engagement marks a significant escalation in border tensions between the neighboring nations since last October.
Legal Justification and Regional Safety
The spokesperson clarified that the state acted within its self-defence right international law framework. He described the operation as a proportional response based on specific intelligence. The government took immense care to ensure that no civilians suffered harm during these precision maneuvers.
Islamabad remains committed to regional stability but insists on securing its own borders.
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The Foreign Office urged the Afghan authorities to prevent militant groups from using their territory for cross-border violence.
Support from the UNSC Statement on Pakistan Terrorism
Andrabi referenced a recent UNSC statement on Pakistan terrorism to support the country’s position. The Security Council previously highlighted the need to hold those who sponsor and organize such acts accountable. Pakistan expects international cooperation to bring these perpetrators to justice.
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The spokesperson emphasized that global bodies recognize the threats Pakistan faces from external hideouts. He called on the interim Afghan government to fulfill its global obligations regarding counter-terrorism.
Rejection of India MEA Response Pakistan Strikes
During the briefing, the FO officially dismissed the India MEA response Pakistan strikes as baseless propaganda. Pakistan claims that New Delhi continues to support groups like the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA). The spokesperson noted that Indiaβs statements provide circumstantial evidence of its involvement in regional instability.
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Pakistan holds concrete evidence regarding the sponsoring of these militant outfits. The state vows to respond swiftly to any threats that emerge from hostile actors or neighboring territories.
Justice for Samjhauta Express Victims
The Foreign Office also addressed the 19th anniversary of the Samjhauta Express tragedy. Pakistan expressed deep disappointment over the acquittal of suspects by Indian courts. The spokesperson demanded a fair trial for the families of the 68 victims who died in the 2007 bombing.
Islamabad views the exoneration of the accused as an example of political complicity. The government continues to seek closure for the Pakistani nationals killed in that extremist attack. Peace in South Asia requires genuine accountability for all forms of terrorism.
