Militants kill 11 Pakistani security personnel, one child near Afghan border, army says
Summary
Militants attacked an army checkpoint in Bajur district near the Afghan border, killing 11 Pakistani security personnel and one child, while 12 attackers were also killed.
Key Points
- Militants rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into an army checkpoint in Bajur district, Pakistan.
- Eleven security personnel and one child were killed in the attack.
- Twelve attackers were killed as they tried to escape the scene.
- The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan claimed responsibility, amid increased militant attacks since 2022.
