MILITARY

Frontier Corps (FC) officials have handed over 50 Afghan children and girls to Afghan authorities after they illegally crossed into Pakistan by breaking the iron border fence, sources confirmed.
According to FC sources, the children entered Pakistan near the Torkham border crossing and were detained by police upon discovery. On the request of tribal elders, authorities deported them and transferred them back to Afghanistan at the Torkham border.
Concerns Over Cross-Border Smuggling
FC sources revealed that some Afghan children are involved in smuggling foreign goods through the Torkham border crossing. The Frontier Corps has demanded Afghan authorities take action to prevent further illegal border crossings.
FC officials urged Afghan authorities to stop their children from breaching the border fence and entering Pakistan unlawfully, emphasizing the need for stricter controls on cross-border movements.
Conclusion
This incident highlights ongoing border security concerns between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The FC continues to monitor the Pakistan-Afghanistan border to prevent illegal crossings and smuggling activities.