NEW : Pakistan 's Prime Minister justifies operations , saying talks failed . The target was a meeting of Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan members , the militant group said , but added that the number of casualties was unclear . ` 7 Pakistani soldiers have died in the operation against militants near Afghan border . Military says it conducted airstrikes based on intelligence on presence of militants . Comment:
NEW : Pakistan 's Prime Minister justifies operations , saying talks failed . 7 Pakistani soldiers have died in the operation against militants near Afghan border . Military says it conducted airstrikes based on intelligence on presence of militants . Comment: