BALOCHISTAN — Pakistani security forces have recovered weapons left behind by the Afghan Taliban near Post-2 and Post-3 along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.
According to officials, during a surveillance operation, Taliban fighters were observed fleeing their positions, leaving behind weapons at the posts. A discreet recovery operation was carried out on March 10, 2026, between 2:30 PM and 5:45 PM, during which the abandoned arms were successfully retrieved.
Of the two weapons recovered, one was damaged, while the other was found in perfect working condition. Both were Soviet-made heavy grenade launchers (HGL-9/SPG-9). The recovery was part of a “punishment plan” operation conducted by Pakistani forces to secure the area and prevent militant activity.
Officials said images of the recovered weapons have been documented, and further operations are ongoing to ensure border security.
The Pakistan-Afghanistan border, particularly in Balochistan, has long been a hotspot for militant activity, including Taliban operations. Afghan Taliban fighters often use border posts to stage attacks, smuggle weapons, and coordinate cross-border movements.
Pakistani security forces conduct surveillance and counter-insurgency operations to secure the border, dismantle militant positions, and recover abandoned weapons. Soviet-era heavy weapons, like the SPG-9 grenade launcher, are frequently found in militant arsenals in the region, reflecting the long-standing availability of such arms in Afghanistan and the border areas.
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