RAWALPINDI — Pakistan’s military said rudimentary drones launched from Afghanistan were intercepted on March 13, but falling debris injured four civilians, including two children, in separate locations across the country.

In a statement issued Saturday, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the drones, attributed to the Afghan Taliban, were neutralized using both “soft and hard kill” defensive measures before reaching their intended targets. However, debris from the intercepted drones caused injuries to two children in Quetta and one civilian each in Kohat and Rawalpindi.

According to ISPR, the drone activity was aimed at creating fear among the public. The military said the incident reflects ongoing security concerns linked to militant activity originating from Afghan territory.

Pakistan’s armed forces said the country remains vigilant against such threats and continues to respond to security challenges along the border and within its territory.

Pakistan reiterates concerns over cross-border militancy

The military’s statement also reiterated Pakistan’s concerns about militant groups operating from Afghan soil. Islamabad has repeatedly urged Afghan authorities to address what it describes as cross-border security threats.

ISPR said Pakistan’s ongoing counterterrorism campaign, Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq, would continue until Islamabad’s concerns about terrorism originating from Afghanistan are addressed.

Pakistan’s armed forces, the statement added, remain committed to protecting civilians and responding to security threats, including drone-related incidents.