The Afghan militia fired mortars at Pakistani Gursal and Spinabara check posts in Mohmand Agency on Monday night, prompting Pakistani forces to return fire. The firing that started around 10:45pm continued till 12:30am. However, no loss of life was reported. This is the third time in a week that the Afghan militia has fired at the Pakistani posts. The political authorities of the agency have confirmed the firing incident.
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The clash comes a week after Pakistanâs military said that soldiers patrolling in the region exchanged fire with Afghan attackers. One Pakistani civilian was reportedly wounded. Pakistan blamed âmiscreants from across the borderâ for initiating the shooting. US, Afghan and Pakistani military officials then began holding regular meetings to improve communication and coordinate operations. |