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TOI World Desk | TIMESOFINDIA.COM

Iran strikes ‘Sunni militant bases’ in Pakistan, stirs fears of regional unrest

Iran's Revolutionary Guard launched a daring assault on militant bases in Pakistan's Balochistan province on Tuesday, escalating tensions in a region already on edge.

The attack, unprecedented in nature, involved missiles and drones, targeting Jaish al-Adl, a Sunni militant group. The offensive, however, resulted in tragic collateral damage, killing two children and injuring three others. Pakistan's foreign ministry condemned the strike as an "unprovoked violation" of its sovereignty, hinting at severe repercussions and a dent in bilateral trust.

Why Iran targeted ‘Sunni militant bases’ in Pakistan

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