The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of Pakistan announced on Friday that two members of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) were killed during an operation in the Dera Ghazi Khan area of Punjab province.
A spokesperson for the department stated that the TTP members were killed as a result of “gunfire from their accomplices.”
Militant attacks on Pakistani security forces and civilians have been on the rise, with the TTP being responsible for many of these incidents.
Pakistani officials have alleged that the Taliban in Afghanistan are providing support to the TTP by allowing them safe havens and operational freedom across the border.
The Taliban government, however, denies these claims, insisting that the issue is Pakistan’s internal matter and that maintaining security within Pakistan is the responsibility of Pakistani authorities.
Despite the denials, the situation has led to increased tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with border skirmishes and diplomatic disagreements becoming more frequent.
The rising number of militant attacks has also placed pressure on Pakistan’s security forces, who are struggling to contain the insurgency while dealing with allegations of external support from Afghan-based elements.
Both countries need to engage in serious diplomatic discussions to resolve these security challenges and avoid further escalation, which could destabilize the entire region.
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