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Business Recorder
05-07-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Army kills 30 militants trying to cross from Afghanistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's security forces have successfully thwarted a major infiltration attempt by Indian-sponsored militants in North Waziristan, the military's media wing, ISPR, said in a statement on Thursday. According to the statement, a large group of militants affiliated with the Indian proxy network 'Fitna al-Khwarij' attempted to infiltrate through the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in the Hassan Khel area during the nights of July 1–2 and July 2–3. The movement was promptly detected and responded to with precision by Pakistani forces. 'All thirty terrorists were neutralized in a precise and skillful engagement,' the ISPR said, adding that a significant cache of weapons, ammunition, and explosives was recovered from the site. The military praised the exceptional vigilance and professionalism of the troops involved, noting that their swift response averted a potential large-scale terrorist attack. The statement also urged the Interim Afghan Government to prevent the use of its territory by foreign proxies to launch attacks against Pakistan. 'Pakistan's security forces remain resolute in defending the country's borders and are determined to eliminate the scourge of terrorism, particularly that which is abetted by hostile foreign elements,' the statement concluded. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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Business Standard
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Pakistan closes key border crossing with Afghanistan amid security threats
Pakistan has temporarily closed a key border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats, until further notice, officials said on Sunday. The Ghulam Khan border has been closed after Saturday's suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's North Waziristan district and skirmishes in the province, bordering Afghanistan, a senior Pakistani security official said. "Following the attack, a curfew has been imposed in North Waziristan, and the border (Ghulam Khan) has been shut down for an unspecified period, he said. At least 13 security personnel were killed and three others injured in the suicide attack. Abidullah Farooqi, spokesperson for the Interim Afghan Government's Border Forces, confirmed the closure on Sunday, stating that Pakistani authorities have not provided a clear explanation for the move. Pakistani officials have merely instructed vehicles at the crossing to use alternative routes, Farooqi said in a statement. In a separate press release, the provincial administration of Khost province of Afghanistan said officials at the Ghulam Khan crossing were informed by Pakistani authorities on Saturday evening that the route would be temporarily closed due to ongoing security threats. The statement further noted that no specific timeline has been provided for the reopening of the border, and the closure will remain in effect until further notice. The Ghulam Khan crossing, located in Khost province, is a critical trade and transit point between the two countries, particularly for goods travelling to and from Pakistan's North Waziristan region. Afghan authorities have urged citizens, traders, and travellers to avoid the route and instead use other crossings, such as Torkham or Spin Boldak, until the situation is resolved.
The Hindu
29-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Pakistan closes key border crossing with Afghanistan amid security threats
Pakistan has temporarily closed a key border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats, until further notice, officials said on Sunday (June 29, 2025). The Ghulam Khan border has been closed after Saturday's (June 28, 2025) suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's North Waziristan district and skirmishes in the province, bordering Afghanistan, a senior Pakistani security official said. 'Following the attack, a curfew has been imposed in North Waziristan, and the border (Ghulam Khan) has been shut down for an unspecified period,' he said. At least 13 security personnel were killed and three others injured in the suicide attack. Also Read | Suicide car bombing in Pakistan kills 14 soldiers and wounds 25 people Abidullah Farooqi, spokesperson for the Interim Afghan Government's Border Forces, confirmed the closure on Sunday (June 29, 2025), stating that Pakistani authorities have not provided a clear explanation for the move. 'Pakistani officials have merely instructed vehicles at the crossing to use alternative routes,' Mr. Farooqi said in a statement. In a separate press release, the provincial administration of Khost province of Afghanistan said officials at the Ghulam Khan crossing were informed by Pakistani authorities on Saturday (June 28, 2025) evening that the route would be temporarily closed due to ongoing security threats. The statement further noted that no specific timeline has been provided for the reopening of the border, and the closure will remain in effect until further notice. The Ghulam Khan crossing, located in Khost province, is a critical trade and transit point between the two countries, particularly for goods travelling to and from Pakistan's North Waziristan region. Afghan authorities have urged citizens, traders, and travellers to avoid the route and instead use other crossings, such as Torkham or Spin Boldak, until the situation is resolved.
Indian Express
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Pakistan closes key border crossing with Afghanistan amid security threats
Pakistan has temporarily closed a key border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats, until further notice, officials said on Sunday. The Ghulam Khan border has been closed after Saturday's suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's North Waziristan district and skirmishes in the province, bordering Afghanistan, a senior Pakistani security official said. 'Following the attack, a curfew has been imposed in North Waziristan, and the border has been shut down for an unspecified period,' he said. At least 13 security personnel were killed and three others injured in the suicide attack. Abidullah Farooqi, spokesperson for the Interim Afghan Government's Border Forces, confirmed the closure on Sunday, stating that Pakistani authorities have not provided a clear explanation for the move. 'Pakistani officials have merely instructed vehicles at the crossing to use alternative routes,' Farooqi said in a statement. In a separate press release, the provincial administration of Khost province of Afghanistan said officials at the Ghulam Khan crossing were informed by Pakistani authorities on Saturday evening that the route would be temporarily closed due to ongoing security threats. The statement further noted that no specific timeline has been provided for the reopening of the border, and the closure will remain in effect until further notice. The Ghulam Khan crossing, located in Khost province, is a critical trade and transit point between the two countries, particularly for goods travelling to and from Pakistan's North Waziristan region. Afghan authorities have urged citizens, traders, and travellers to avoid the route and instead use other crossings, such as Torkham or Spin Boldak, until the situation is resolved.
Time of India
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pakistan closes key border crossing with Afghanistan amid security threats
Pakistan has temporarily closed a key border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats, until further notice, officials said on Sunday. The Ghulam Khan border has been closed after Saturday's suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's North Waziristan district and skirmishes in the province, bordering Afghanistan, a senior Pakistani security official said. "Following the attack, a curfew has been imposed in North Waziristan, and the border (Ghulam Khan) has been shut down for an unspecified period," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like USDJPY đang đi lên không? IC Markets Đăng ký At least 13 security personnel were killed and three others injured in the suicide attack. Abidullah Farooqi, spokesperson for the Interim Afghan Government's Border Forces, confirmed the closure on Sunday, stating that Pakistani authorities have not provided a clear explanation for the move. Live Events "Pakistani officials have merely instructed vehicles at the crossing to use alternative routes," Farooqi said in a statement. In a separate press release, the provincial administration of Khost province of Afghanistan said officials at the Ghulam Khan crossing were informed by Pakistani authorities on Saturday evening that the route would be temporarily closed due to ongoing security threats. The statement further noted that no specific timeline has been provided for the reopening of the border, and the closure will remain in effect until further notice. The Ghulam Khan crossing, located in Khost province, is a critical trade and transit point between the two countries, particularly for goods travelling to and from Pakistan's North Waziristan region. Afghan authorities have urged citizens, traders, and travellers to avoid the route and instead use other crossings, such as Torkham or Spin Boldak, until the situation is resolved.
