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Former Afghan army man arrested in KP's Tirah for terrorist activities
Former Afghan army member arrested in Pakistan's Tirah for cross-border terrorist links.
In brief
Former Afghan army member arrested in Pakistan's Tirah for cross-border terrorist links. Pakistan arrested a former Afghan National Army soldier for terrorist activities linked to Gul Bahadur group. Originally reported by Geo News.
Arrest details
Security forces arrested former Afghan National Army member Hikmatullah alias Hamza in Tirah on November 7.
“Former Afghan army soldier Hikmatullah alias Hamza”
Terrorist links
Suspect had contacts with militants across Pakistan border and worked with Gul Bahadur group.
“Suspect had contacts with terrorists across the border as well as inside the country”
Anti-drone plans
Pakistan plans to install anti-drone systems within six months to counter terrorist drone attacks.
“Anti-drone systems to be installed within six months”
Background context
Pakistan recorded highest monthly militant attacks in 12 years during September 2026 after Taliban returned to power.
“Pakistan recorded its highest monthly number of militant attacks in 12 years during September 2026”
The big picture
Pakistan arrested a former Afghan National Army soldier for terrorist activities linked to Gul Bahadur group.
