US government has tight restrictions on foreign sales of unmanned vehicles. PHOTO: AFP
According to a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government reiterated its known position on such strikes.
“Such strikes constitute a violation of its sovereignty and territorial integrity and demands their immediate cessation,” the government’s statement read.
The strike targeted a Taliban compound in Pungai, Shawal area of North Waziristan Agency on Monday.
“A US drone fired two missiles at a compound in Shahi Khel neighbourhood of Shawal, killing five terrorists,” a senior security official told AFP, speaking on condition of anonymity.
Another security official confirmed the strike and casualties.
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