Afghan Taliban launch strikes on border with Pakistan as tensions escalate
Summary
The Taliban in Afghanistan said they launched attacks along the border with Pakistan, injuring several people in Pakistan’s Balochistan province. Pakistan’s military responded by shooting down drones and warned it would take strong action against further attacks. This escalation comes after Pakistan’s airstrikes on Afghanistan killed civilians, raising tensions between the two neighbors.Key Facts
- The Taliban claimed their strikes injured people in Pakistan’s southwestern Balochistan province.
- Pakistan’s military shot down four basic drones and warned of a strong response to more attacks.
- Pakistan recently carried out airstrikes in Afghanistan that killed 28 civilians, according to the UN.
- Both countries agreed to a ceasefire in October after deadly border clashes but tensions have risen again.
- Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harboring terrorists; the Taliban denies this and accuses Pakistan of attacking civilians.
- Pakistan says its military targets militants and recently killed 29 militants in border operations.
- The border area has seen repeated clashes and airstrikes with many deaths over recent months.
- The BBC and other independent sources have not verified the claims or casualties from either side.
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