ISLAMABAD, Feb 28, 2026 — Pakistan’s security forces have launched Operation Ghazab Lil Haq, carrying out ground and air operations in response to what officials described as unprovoked aggression along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. The development was confirmed by security sources on Saturday morning.
According to the sources, the Pakistan Air Force conducted a strike in Afghanistan’s eastern Nangarhar province, targeting what was described as an Afghan military brigade headquarters. The facility was reported destroyed in the operation.
Cross-border tensions escalate
Security officials said the operation followed recent hostilities along the Pak-Afghan border. They alleged that Afghan Taliban forces initiated aggression without provocation, prompting Pakistan to respond with coordinated military action.
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The Afghan Taliban authorities have not immediately issued a public response to the claims.
Operation ongoing
Security sources stated that the operation remains underway and will continue until its stated objectives are achieved. No official details were provided regarding casualties or the broader scope of the operation.
The situation marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two neighboring countries, which share a long and historically sensitive border region.
Authorities have not yet announced any diplomatic engagement related to the latest developments.
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