Pakistan’s security forces have successfully eliminated 30 Indian-sponsored terrorists attempting to enter North Waziristan from the Afghanistan side of the border. This major anti-terror operation took place in the Hassan Khel area during the nights of July 1 and July 2.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), a large group of “kharjis” belonging to the Indian proxy outfit Fitna-al-Khwarij was spotted near the border. Pakistani troops responded immediately and engaged the terrorists. All 30 Indian-backed fighters were killed with accurate and professional action.
The operation resulted in the recovery of a large cache of arms, explosives, and ammunition. The ISPR praised the troops’ swift and precise response, which it said prevented a possible large-scale disaster.
“Our soldiers displayed excellent professionalism, readiness, and alertness,” the ISPR said. “They averted what could have been a deadly terrorist incident.”
The military called on the Taliban rulers in Afghanistan to stop allowing Afghan soil to be used by foreign agents. These groups, especially Indian-linked militants, continue to launch attacks against Pakistan from across the border.
“Pakistan’s forces remain fully committed to protecting the country and wiping out Indian-sponsored terrorism from our soil,” the ISPR added.
This confrontation happened just days after a tragic suicide attack claimed the lives of 13 Pakistani soldiers in the same region. On June 28, an explosive-laden vehicle driven by Indian-supported kharjis targeted a convoy of Pakistani troops.
The attacker was intercepted before reaching the full convoy. However, the suicide vehicle was rammed into one of the security vehicles at the front, resulting in casualties.
Following that attack, Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir vowed firm action. He stated that every single terrorist, along with their supporters and planners, would be tracked down and punished, regardless of their location or influence.
Terror incidents have been on the rise in Pakistan’s border regions since the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan in 2021. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan remain hotspots for cross-border attacks.
In May 2025, Pakistan saw a slight rise in militant activity. Data from the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS) showed a 5% increase in attacks compared to April. However, the overall situation remained under control despite regional tensions with India.
The military and government continue to view Indian-sponsored terrorism as a major threat to national security. The armed forces remain vigilant and determined to counter these threats on every front.