Summary
The Taliban government claims that recent cross-border shelling by Pakistan into Afghanistan resulted in the death of four family members, including two children. This is part of a larger conflict that has seen casualties on both sides and significant displacement of people in the region.
Key Facts
- The Taliban says Pakistani shelling killed four family members, including two children, in eastern Afghanistan.
- The total reported deaths in Afghanistan due to the clashes have reached seven since they began on Tuesday.
- Fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan increased after an offensive by Afghanistan in response to Pakistani airstrikes.
- The Taliban accuses Pakistan of targeting civilian homes, which Pakistan denies.
- Pakistan's Foreign Affairs spokesman stated that operations are conducted carefully to avoid civilian harm.
- Tensions include accusations by Pakistan that Afghanistan harbors militants linked to attacks inside Pakistan.
- The UN reports that 56 civilians, including 24 children, died from Pakistani military actions from late February to early March.
- Over 115,000 people have been displaced due to the conflict, according to the UN.
