Afghanistan, May 20 -- Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan's military operation "Ghazab-ul-Haq" against Afghan Taliban will continue "with full determination" to protect national security and counter armed groups operating near the Afghanistan border.

Speaking during a visit to Quetta, Sharif said the operation targets "terrorist proxy groups based in Afghanistan" and vowed that Pakistani forces would continue striking militant hideouts and infrastructure.

Pakistan launched the operation after border tensions and clashes with the Taliban escalated sharply in recent months.

Sharif praised the Pakistani military for its "professionalism and sacrifices" and reaffirmed Islamabad's commitment to defending the country against growing security threats...