ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s armed forces have conducted successful cross-border operations under Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq, completely destroying the Afghan Taliban’s Badani Post along the Chitral border and targeting key technical support facilities in Kandahar province.
Security sources confirmed that the strikes on the night between March 14 and 15 targeted militant infrastructure allegedly used by groups linked to the Afghan Taliban and entities described as Fitna al-Khawarij for logistical and operational support against Pakistan.
The operation involved precise aerial bombardments and ground weapons including quadcopters, resulting in the total destruction of the Badani Post, a key Taliban position on the adjacent Pak-Afghan border in the Chitral region.
Pakistan Army footage released showed the effective demolition of the targeted sites, highlighting the precision of the strikes aimed at disrupting militant activities originating from Afghan soil.
This latest action forms part of the broader Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq, launched in late February following repeated unprovoked aggression and cross-border attacks attributed to Afghan Taliban-backed militants.
The operation’s name, translating to “Wrath for Justice” or “Fury for the Truth,” reflects Islamabad’s stated resolve to respond forcefully to threats emanating from across the Durand Line.
Earlier phases of the campaign saw strikes on oil storage sites and ammunition depots in Kandahar between March 12 and 13, where militants reportedly used these facilities to fuel attacks inside Pakistan.
Security officials emphasized that these locations served as logistical hubs for groups conducting terrorism in Pakistani territory, despite repeated requests to the Afghan Taliban to rein in such elements.
Pakistan has consistently accused the Taliban regime of failing to prevent militant groups from using Afghan territory as a safe haven, leading to escalated military responses.
The Badani Post destruction marks a significant blow to Taliban positions along the northern border, forcing what sources describe as a strong retreat on multiple fronts.
Operations continue with full intensity, with authorities affirming that actions will persist until all objectives—eliminating terrorist infrastructure and securing Pakistan’s borders—are fully achieved.
The campaign has involved coordinated air and ground efforts across provinces including Kandahar, Kabul, and Paktia, targeting hideouts, training centers, and support bases.
Reports indicate that militant capabilities for cross-border incursions have been substantially degraded through these sustained strikes.
Pakistan maintains that the operations are defensive in nature, aimed at neutralizing threats rather than engaging in broader conflict.
International observers have noted the escalation along the porous border, with calls for restraint amid concerns over regional stability in South Asia.
The Afghan Taliban has reported civilian casualties in some strikes, including in Kabul areas, though Pakistani sources insist targets remain strictly military and militant-related.
No independent verification of casualty figures has been possible amid restricted access to affected zones.
The operation underscores longstanding tensions rooted in accusations of harboring militants responsible for attacks in Pakistan, including those by Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan affiliates.
Despite mediation efforts by regional powers like China, the cycle of retaliation persists, with Pakistan vowing to protect its sovereignty against external aggression.
Military spokespersons have reiterated that the armed forces remain committed to eradicating terrorism at its source, preventing further instability spillover.
As Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq advances, security analysts anticipate continued pressure on militant networks until verifiable steps are taken to dismantle cross-border threats.
The destruction of infrastructure like the Badani Post and Kandahar facilities signals a strategic shift toward proactive border defense.
Pakistan’s leadership has stressed that peace depends on the Afghan side addressing these core security concerns decisively.
With operations ongoing, the coming days may see further targeted actions to consolidate gains and deter future provocations.