ISLAMABAD:
In an unprecedented cross-border ‘rescue’ operation, Pakistani troops crossed into Afghanistan on Tuesday to evacuate an Afghan soldier who had been critically wounded in an exchange with the Taliban, according to sources.
“This afternoon an Afghan soldier was severely injured in an exchange of fire with terrorists 600 metres inside Afghan territory. Afghan authorities sought help for evacuation of the soldier and Pakistani forces stationed at a nearby post responded quickly and brought the wounded soldier to Pakistani side of the border,” a military spokesman said.
The injured soldier was deployed at Afghan army’s ‘Shaheen Post’, which is 1.5 km west of Bajaur’s Nawapass area.
The soldier is now being treated at a military hospital in Khar, the political headquarters of Bajaur Agency.
I wish the injured soldier quick and full recovery.It was a great gesture by Pakistan, and I hope the relationship between both countries continues to blossom.
Ali Khan
Digital Engagement Team, USCENTCOM
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