In response to Iran’s claimed missile and drone strikes on Jaish al-Adl (Army of Justice) targets in Pakistan, the Pakistan Air Force conducted retaliatory airstrikes on alleged Baloch separatist camps inside Iranian territory, as reported by multiple media outlets. Pakistan has conducted strikes inside Iran, reports AFP News Agency citing Pakistan intelligence official — ANI (@ANI) January 18, 2024Pakistan’s TargetThe retaliatory strikes specifically targeted hideouts situated in the Iranian territory of Baloch militants wanted by Pakistan, escalating tensions between the two neighboring countries. Tit-for-Tat StrikesIran’s precision strikes on Jaish al-Adl positions in Pakistan prompted swift action from Pakistan, leading to a tit-for-tat exchange of military operations across their shared border. Simultaneously, the Iranian government announced its strikes on Jaish Al Adl bases inside Pakistan through drone and missile operations. Jaish al-Adl BackgroundJaish al-Adl, designated a “terrorist” organization by Iran, is a Sunni terrorist group operating in Iran’s Sistan-Baluchistan province.

Source: News 24 January 18, 2024 10:53 UTC