Six Injured In Pak-Afghan Clashes Moved To Lady Reading Hospital As Pakistan Vows Continued Operations

Six people injured in the recent Pak-Afghan clashes were shifted from Bannu to Lady Reading Hospital (LRH) in Peshawar last night.

According to the hospital's spokesperson, Muhammad Asim, the injured range in age from eight to 30 years, including an eight-year-old girl and a woman.

The spokesperson said that two of the injured were discharged after receiving first aid, while four remain under treatment at the hospital. All of them are said to be out of danger; however, they will remain under observation for a few more days.

He added that in view of the Pak-Afghan tensions, LRH has been placed on high alert to deal with any potential emergency situation.

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Meanwhile, a senior Pakistani security official, speaking to the media, said that the Afghan Taliban must decide whether they stand with Pakistan or with terrorist groups operating from their soil.

He stated that operations inside Afghanistan will continue until the Afghan Taliban government provides verifiable assurances that it has stopped allegedly facilitating“Fitna al-Khawarij” and“Fitna al-Hindustan.”

According to the official, the duration of Pakistan's operations will depend on ground actions taken by the Afghan Taliban government, adding that Pakistan is in no hurry.

He alleged that the Afghan Taliban government is patronising groups that are sabotaging peace in the region and promoting a war economy.

Security sources said Pakistan is targeting safe havens and facilitators of militants, and that the operations are being carried out under the right of self-defence.

They added that more than 180 posts have been destroyed and control of over 30 key locations has been secured, which were allegedly being used as launch pads.

Responding to a question about Iran, the official said Pakistan is pursuing a balanced policy and desires a stable and peaceful Iran.

He emphasised that Pakistan has the full capability to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity, and that the armed forces are ready to counter any threat with the support of the nation.

Regarding nationwide protests, officials said peaceful protest is the right of every citizen; however, violence or disorder will not be tolerated and action will be taken in accordance with the law.

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