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Examining Recent Security Incidents in Pakistan’s Border Regions

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Examining Recent Security Incidents in Pakistan’s Border Regions Posted by Defense & Technology Team June 29, 2025 Militant Attack on Pakistan Army Convoy in North Waziristan Introduction Hello, readers! Curious about the recent developments in Pakistan’s northwest? The Pakistan Army has been navigating some serious challenges with militant groups near the Afghan border. In this post, we’ll break down the latest incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, explore their significance, and share some thoughts on what might come next. Let’s get started. What Happened in North Waziristan? On June 28, 2025, a significant incident occurred in North Waziristan. A suicide bomber used an explosive-laden vehicle to disrupt a military convoy, impacting 13 soldiers and 10 civilians, with 19 others affected. The Hafiz Gul Bahadur group, linked to the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), took responsibility. Pakistan’s military pointed fingers at India, but India’s Ministry of External Affairs dismi...
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Examining Recent Security Incidents in Pakistan’s Border Regions

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Examining Recent Security Incidents in Pakistan’s Border Regions Posted by Defense & Technology Team June 29, 2025 Militant Attack on Pakistan Army Convoy in North Waziristan Introduction Hello, readers! Curious about the recent developments in Pakistan’s northwest? The Pakistan Army has been navigating some serious challenges with militant groups near the Afghan border. In this post, we’ll break down the latest incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, explore their significance, and share some thoughts on what might come next. Let’s get started. What Happened in North Waziristan? On June 28, 2025, a significant incident occurred in North Waziristan. A suicide bomber used an explosive-laden vehicle to disrupt a military convoy, impacting 13 soldiers and 10 civilians, with 19 others affected. The Hafiz Gul Bahadur group, linked to the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), took responsibility. Pakistan’s military pointed fingers at India, but India’s Ministry of External Affairs dismi...
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