The Pakistan Armed Forces carried out intense cross-border operations during the night of 4–5 March along the Pak–Afghan border in Balochistan, targeting positions reportedly associated with the Tehrik-i-Taliban Afghanistan. These posts are believed to have facilitated the activities of militant elements linked to the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and Fitna ul Hindustan, according to official sources.
The operation engaged more than 55 locations across multiple border sectors, including Warsala, Zhob, Qila Saifullah, Pishin, Loe Band, Badini, OGG, Chiltan Ranges, and Naushki. Reports indicate that the forces employed a wide spectrum of weapon systems, incorporating direct and indirect fire, heavy artillery, long-range mortars, anti-tank guided missiles, rocket systems, main battle tanks, and coordinated drone strikes, in conjunction with ground elements to maximize operational effect.
Officials described the action as a calculated and forceful response, aimed at dismantling militant infrastructure, disrupting cross-border facilitation networks, and reasserting deterrence along the frontier. Several identified posts and thanas were confirmed to have come under sustained fire during the operation.
Security analysts note that the operations reflect a strategic and coordinated approach to border security, leveraging advanced joint capabilities to neutralize threats emanating from across the border while minimizing exposure to civilian populations.
The Armed Forces emphasized that the engagements form part of ongoing border security and counter-militancy measures, with operations expected to continue until identified threats are mitigated and stability along the frontier is restored.
Authorities have called on local residents to remain vigilant, cooperate with security forces, and report any suspicious activity to maintain the effectiveness of ongoing security operations.
