Pakistani forces

Pakistani forces are the military and security apparatus of Pakistan. They have recently become newsworthy due to intensified cross-border operations and airstrikes targeting Afghanistan. In late June 2026, overnight ground operations and strikes by Pakistani forces resulted in the deaths of at least 36 Afghan civilians and injured over 160, according to Afghan officials. These actions have escalated tensions between the two neighboring countries, with Afghan officials vowing retaliation. Further reports indicate that over 370 Afghan civilians were killed and nearly 400 injured in the first three months of 2026 due to cross-border violence involving Pakistani military actions, including air raids. The current relevance of Pakistani forces lies in their active role in border security operations and their impact on regional stability and civilian populations in Afghanistan.