In a tragic incident on Friday, a soldier of the Frontier Corps (FC), Aziz Chitrali, was martyred in a sniper attack from across the Afghan border at the Shain Kando Post in Landi Kotal, Khyber District.
According to security sources, the sniper fire came from the Afghan side, targeting the FC post in the early hours. Aziz Chitrali, who sustained severe injuries, later succumbed to his wounds despite immediate medical attention.
Security forces stationed at the post responded promptly by returning fire, leading to an exchange of gunfire between the two sides. The skirmish lasted for several minutes, but the attackers managed to retreat before further casualties were reported.
The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges along the Pak-Afghan border, where tensions have been high in recent months, particularly in border regions like Khyber District. Local security agencies are investigating the incident and have stepped up their operations in the area.
This attack marks the latest in a series of cross-border incidents that have raised concerns about the security situation in the region. Aziz Chitrali’s martyrdom is a reminder of the sacrifices made by Pakistan’s security forces in maintaining peace along volatile border areas.
The Shain Kando Post, located in the Landi Kotal region, has been a key security point for FC personnel, tasked with monitoring and securing the porous border with Afghanistan.
