ISPR Chief Briefs Media on Ongoing Clashes with Afghan Taliban Regime

The DG ISPR (Director General Inter-Services Public Relations), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, held an important press conference today, February 27, 2026, in Rawalpindi. It focused on the escalating Pakistan-Afghanistan border situation, recent clashes, and Operation Ghazab Lil Haq.

The briefing addressed unprovoked firing from Afghan side (supported by TTP elements, referred to as Fitna al-Khawarij or TTA/TTP Khwarij in statements), Pakistan’s defensive and retaliatory actions, and updates on military operations targeting terrorist hideouts.

Key highlights from the press conference:

– Pakistan forces repulsed attacks on all fronts, with Afghan Taliban/TTP achieving zero success.

– 274 Taliban (TTA/Khawarij) killed so far.

– 340+ injured on the opposing side.

– 73–80 Afghan posts destroyed, 18–20+ captured.

– 115 tanks, artillery pieces, vehicles, and other assets destroyed.

– Pakistani casualties: 12 soldiers martyred, 27 injured, and 1 missing while defending territorial integrity.

– Afghan Taliban opened fire at 53 locations after Pakistan targeted TTP hideouts; they used heavy/light weapons and quadcopters, but these were neutralized.

– Pakistan’s response was described as professional and effective, with warnings that any attempts to test Pakistan would be welcomed (implying strong readiness).

– Emphasis on exposing alleged hypocrisy of Afghan Taliban and commitment to peace while prioritizing national security.