Pakistan’s military has dismissed a recent United Nations report that accused its cross-border operations of causing nearly 500 civilian deaths and over 1,000 injuries in Afghanistan between October and June. The report, which was released by the UN, alleged that Pakistani forces were responsible for the casualties during military actions against the Pakistani Taliban, known as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, or TTP.
In a televised news conference, military spokesman Lt. Gen. Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry denied the claims, calling them “baseless.” He stated that Pakistan’s military had only targeted hideouts and infrastructure used by the TTP during that period. The military emphasized that its operations were aimed at disrupting terrorist activities and ensuring regional security.
The UN report, which was based on satellite imagery and interviews with local officials, highlighted the humanitarian impact of the military actions. However, the Pakistani military has consistently denied such allegations, asserting that its operations were conducted in accordance with international law and aimed at protecting both civilian and military personnel.
The situation remains a point of contention between Pakistan and international organizations, with ongoing discussions about the accuracy of casualty reports and the effectiveness of cross-border military operations.
