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Op Ghazab lil-Haq officially resumed on March 24, 2026, after a temporary pause during Eid ul-Fitr, with Pakistan intensifying its operation against Taliban-backed militants operating from Afghan territory. The government emphasized that the military campaign would continue as long as terrorist sanctuaries exist across the border.
Pakistan’s Anti-Terror Commitment
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed the country’s determination to eradicate terrorism. “Pakistan remains firmly committed to countering all terrorist threats. Op Ghazab lil-Haq is a precise campaign targeting terrorist leadership, infrastructure, and logistic networks supporting attacks against Pakistan,” he said.
The operation underscores Islamabad’s insistence on national security while maintaining compliance with international norms. State Minister for Interior Talal Chaudhry added that the Eid pause was temporary and that action would continue if Taliban commitments were not met.
Taliban Resistance and Challenges
Opposition within Afghanistan has intensified. The National Resistance Front (NRF) reported 401 targeted operations against Taliban forces in the past year, including 126 in Kabul. These operations extended across 19 provinces, including Panjshir, Badakhshan, and Herat.
The NRF claimed that the Taliban suffered 651 fatalities and 579 injuries, reflecting significant operational pressure. Security analysts note that growing resistance is a clear indication of public frustration with the Taliban regime, compounded by internal divisions and economic challenges.
Cross-Border Threats
Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir, during his Eid visit to Kurram, stressed that Pakistan would not tolerate terrorist attacks originating from Afghan soil. “Terrorists operating from sanctuaries across the border will not be allowed to undermine Pakistan’s security,” he said, praising troops for their professionalism and high morale.
Defense Minister Khawaja Asif echoed this, emphasizing that terrorism is not fully eliminated and that operations will continue until militant networks are dismantled.
International Coordination
While Pakistan pursued dialogue under the Doha Agreement, the Taliban failed to comply with commitments regarding cross-border terrorism. Prime Minister’s Adviser Rana Sanaullah clarified that Pakistan has no intention of occupation or war, insisting only that Afghan soil must not be used for attacks.
The temporary Eid pause in Op Ghazab lil-Haq was coordinated with friendly Islamic countries including Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Qatar. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar noted that the operation would resume immediately if cross-border attacks occur.
Outlook for Regional Security
With Op Ghazab lil-Haq back in full swing, Pakistan combines diplomacy, military precision, and regional cooperation to eliminate militant threats. Experts suggest that sustained operations against Afghan militant hideouts will strengthen national security and deter further terrorist activity.
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