Solider was martyred after terrorists from inside Afghanistan across the International Border, opened fire on a military post in North Waziristan District, said ISPR in a statement.
Pakistani troops responded in a befitting manner, it said.
“However during exchange of fire, Sepoy Umar Daraz, age 32 years, resident of Jhang, received a bullet injury and embraced shahadat,” read the statement.
Pakistan has consistently asked Afghanistan to ensure effective management and control on their side of the Pak-Afghan Border.
Pakistan strongly condemns the continuous use of Afghan soil by terrorists for activities against Pakistan.
Pakistan Army captain among three soldiers martyred in Waziristan operation
