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Drone Threat Across Northern Pakistan: 11 Intercepted

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Authorities intercepted 11 drones over Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Quetta. All UAVs were neutralised away from civilian areas, reducing potential harm to the public. Reports indicate 4–5 people sustained minor injuries; no casualties have been reported. Intelligence sources describe the drones as low-cost and low-performance, suggesting their use was more aligned with psychological operations than with serious attack capability. Pakistan's air defense remains fully alert as authorities continue to monitor the skies. The incident highlights the ongoing risk posed by inexpensive aerial threats and underscores the need for vigilant monitoring, rapid response protocols, and interagency coordination to assess origins and motives while safeguarding civilian safety.

Educational Content Editor at Afghan Learn

Parwana Azizi is an editor for Afghan Learn, an educational platform run by journalists in exile. A former teacher and radio host, she now creates and curates content focused on distance learning, digital literacy for Afghan youth, and historical/cultural explainers. Her work aims to combat information isolation and provide educational resources that are no longer available inside the country.

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