At least five labourers were shot dead in a terrorist attack in the Mashkel area of Washuk district, Balochistan, after armed assailants opened fire on them at a local shop. According to security sources, the victims were identified as Mohammad Bilal, Mohammad Hussain, Mohammad Qadeer, Mohsin, and Bilal. Officials said the labourers had travelled from…
Pakistan has intensified its nationwide campaign against undocumented Afghan nationals after the expiration of the government’s deadline for voluntary compliance with immigration regulations. According to official directives, Afghan nationals residing in Pakistan without valid visas or legal documentation will now face immediate arrest as authorities begin stricter enforcement of immigration laws. The federal government has…
Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), has reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to eliminating cross-border terrorism and defeating all state-backed proxy networks attempting to destabilise the country. Speaking at the National Defence University (NDU) in Islamabad, the military chief declared that Pakistan’s armed forces remain fully…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s military has announced that security forces successfully intercepted and destroyed four drones allegedly launched from Afghanistan after they crossed into Pakistani airspace along the Balochistan border. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the drones entered Pakistani territory on June 30 and were immediately detected by the country’s advanced air defence system. The…
Pakistan has announced a nationwide crackdown on Afghan nationals residing in the country without valid visas, directing law enforcement agencies to begin strict enforcement measures from July 10, 2026. The move is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen immigration control, improve national security, and accelerate the repatriation of undocumented foreign nationals. According to…
Fresh evidence has emerged following the interrogation of an injured suspect arrested after the attack on a Pakistan Rangers (Sindh) camp in Karachi. According to investigators, the suspect claimed he received militant training in Afghanistan and disclosed alleged links between Jamaat-ul-Ahrar and cross-border terrorist networks. The suspect, identified as Usman Ali, reportedly told investigators that…
Pakistan’s security forces have intensified nationwide counterterrorism efforts after a series of militant attacks in different parts of the country. In a major security operation conducted under Operation Ghazb Lil Haq, officials confirmed that 29 terrorists were eliminated during intelligence-based actions targeting militant hideouts near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. According to security sources, an intelligence-based operation…
Pakistan has strongly reacted to India’s reported plans involving the Chenab River and the proposed Chenab–Beas Link Tunnel, warning that any attempt to alter or interfere with Pakistan’s lawful share of water under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) would have serious consequences. The response follows India’s announcement to keep the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance,…
The federal government has proposed an allocation of more than Rs259 billion for internal security in the Budget 2026-27, reflecting its continued focus on strengthening law enforcement capabilities and maintaining peace and stability across Pakistan. According to official budget documents, the proposed funds will be utilized to enhance the operational capacity of security institutions, modernize…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired an important in-camera security meeting to carefully assess the country’s current security challenges. The session was conducted behind closed doors, reflecting the sensitive nature of the matters discussed. Senior officials from the armed forces, intelligence agencies, and key government departments briefed the Prime Minister on the evolving security landscape. Discussions…
