Four Pakistani Soldiers Killed In Fierce Firefight With Militants Near Afghan Border
The Pakistan Army has reported that four of its soldiers were killed during an intense firefight with militants near the country’s border with Afghanistan. The skirmish underscores the ongoing security challenges in the region, where militant activity has persisted despite increased military efforts to secure the area.Details of the FirefightAccording to an official statement, the encounter occurred during a counter-terrorism operation aimed at neutralizing militant threats. The militants engaged the Pakistani forces, resulting in a fierce exchange of gunfire that led to the casualties among army personnel. The operation was part of broader efforts to curb rising militant activities in the border areas.Rising Militancy Along the Afghan BorderThe Afghan border region has...