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Police Foil Terrorist Attack on Check Post in Taunsa

Police in Taunsa successfully repelled a terrorist attack on the Lakhani check post near the Punjab-KP border. Armed militants fled after retaliation. This marks the fifth foiled attack this month.
2025-03-21
Police Foil Terrorist Attack on Check Post in Taunsa

A group of 10 to 12 terrorists launched a coordinated attack on a police check post in Taunsa, using rocket launchers and advanced weaponry. However, police forces successfully repelled the assault, forcing the assailants to flee.

Fifth Attack in a Month

According to Regional Police Officer (RPO) Sajjad Hassan Khan, the Lakhani check post, located on the Punjab-Khyber Pakhtunkhwa border, has been a repeated target. This marks the fifth terrorist attack this month that police have successfully foiled.

Security Alert

Authorities have heightened security measures in the region, with increased vigilance at border checkpoints. Police officials reaffirmed their commitment to thwarting terrorist activities and ensuring public safety.