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33 Militants Killed as Pakistan Blames India for Insurgency

8/9/2025

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In a decisive operation on Friday, Pakistani security forces eliminated 33 militants from the Pakistani Taliban, known as "Khwarij," as they attempted to breach Balochistan from Afghanistan. Amidst rising tensions, Pakistan accused India of backing these insurgents, a claim lacking evidence, while continuing to hold Afghanistan accountable for border security issues.

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In a decisive operation on Friday, Pakistani security forces eliminated 33 militants from the Pakistani Taliban, known as "Khwarij," as they attempted to breach Balochistan from Afghanistan. Amidst rising tensions, Pakistan accused India of backing these insurgents, a claim lacking evidence, while continuing to hold Afghanistan accountable for border security issues.