Pakistan’s military killed 19 militants in Orakzai, a tribal district now part of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, amid rising tensions with Afghanistan.
Recent days have seen a surge in cross-border violence between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Pakistan accuses Afghan militants of attacks, including a convoy ambush and bombings, while Afghanistan blames Pakistan for strikes inside its territory. The situation remains tense with ongoing military operations and accusations of regional support for insurgents. Today is Sun, 12 Oct 2025.