Pakistan launches deadly air strikes in Afghanistan, reigniting tensions
Summary
Pakistan carried out air strikes in border areas inside Afghanistan, killing militants and damaging several targets. The Afghan Taliban government reported civilian deaths, including children, and said Pakistan’s claims of militants using Afghan soil were false.Key Facts
- Pakistan launched air strikes on four targets along the Afghan border, killing 26 militants.
- The strikes were described by Pakistan as a response to recent terrorist attacks inside Pakistan.
- The Afghan Taliban government reported 13 people killed by the strikes, including 11 children.
- Affected Afghan provinces included Kunar, Khost, and Paktika.
- Pakistan accused Afghanistan of sheltering militants who attack Pakistan; Afghanistan denies this.
- The last major fighting between the countries happened in February, leaving hundreds dead.
- Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a ceasefire in October after weeks of clashes.
- World leaders have urged both countries to stop hostilities and maintain peace.
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