In a distressing turn of events, two children lost their lives, and three others sustained injuries in what Pakistan deems an “illegal” airstrike carried out by Iran. The Pakistani foreign ministry expressed its condemnation, summoning Tehran’s top diplomat in Islamabad to protest what they label as an “unprovoked violation” of their airspace.
While the statement did not specify the location, reports from various Pakistani social media accounts pointed to blasts in the Balochistan province, along the nearly 1,000-kilometer border shared by the two countries.
The incident occurred late on Tuesday and has ignited concerns over the potential consequences of this breach of Pakistan’s sovereignty. The foreign ministry emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating that the strike resulted in the tragic death of two innocent children and the injury of three girls.
As of now, there has been no official comment from Iran. Both nations have a history of accusing each other of harboring militants that launch attacks from across the border. However, direct engagement by official forces is a rare occurrence.
The foreign ministry underscored its dismay, particularly highlighting the act’s illegality given the existing channels of communication between Pakistan and Iran. The statement emphasized that such unilateral actions are incompatible with fostering good neighborly relations and have the potential to seriously undermine bilateral trust and confidence.
Pakistan has consistently advocated for coordinated action against terrorism, emphasizing it as a common threat in the region. The recent incident, despite the established communication channels, raises questions about the effectiveness of existing frameworks in preventing such tragic occurrences and maintaining peaceful relations between the two nations.
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