Pakistani Forces Kill 24 Militants Near Afghanistan Border
Pakistani forces conducted raids over a 24-hour period, killing 24 militants near the Afghanistan border. These operations were reportedly in retaliation for earlier militant attacks.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 17, 2026 —
Pakistani security forces conducted a series of raids along the country’s border with Afghanistan, resulting in the deaths of 24 militants over a 24-hour period. The operations were reportedly carried out in response to previous attacks launched by militant groups.
The exact timeline and specific locations of these raids were not immediately detailed. Details regarding the militant groups involved or the nature of the earlier attacks were also not provided in the initial reports.
Further information, including the names of any specific units involved or any outcomes beyond the reported militant casualties, was not immediately available.
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