Islamabad
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Pakistan says its military forces are responding to an attack launched by the Afghan Taliban earlier on Thursday, marking the latest escalation of violence between the neighboring countries.
“Taliban regime forces are being delivered punishment in Chitral, Khyber, Mohmand, Kurram and Bajaur sectors,” Pakistan’s information ministry said, calling an earlier Afghanistan assault “unprovoked.”
“Pakistan will take all necessary measures to ensure its territorial integrity and the safety and security of its citizens,” the Pakistani ministry said.
Pakistan claimed early reports indicate…