Pakistan’s Foreign Office summoned the Afghan Deputy Ambassador to protest a cross-border attack on security forces in Bajaur, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The official note expressed deep concern over militants using Afghan territory to target Pakistani personnel. On February 16, 11 security personnel were killed in the attack carried out by militants affiliated with Fitna al-Khawarij.
Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi emphasized Pakistan’s serious concern over Afghan soil being used for terrorism. He noted that Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan leadership remains based in Afghanistan and continues to operate openly despite assurances from the Taliban regime. The attack highlights ongoing threats to Pakistan’s border security.
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The Afghan diplomat was reminded that such cross-border incidents damage bilateral relations and threaten regional stability. Pakistan stressed that repeated assurances from the Taliban have yet to translate into concrete action against militants targeting its territory. Officials underlined the need for accountability and effective measures to prevent recurrence.
Pakistan urged the Afghan government to take tangible steps to curb militant operations from its soil. The Foreign Office said proactive measures are necessary to ensure the safety of border areas and strengthen Pakistan-Afghanistan relations. Continued inaction, it warned, could undermine trust and regional peace.
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The demarche reflects Islamabad’s broader strategy of holding Afghanistan accountable for cross-border terrorism while seeking cooperation to secure its frontiers. Analysts say sustained pressure on the Taliban is key to preventing further attacks and maintaining stability along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.