Afghanistan says 28 fighters killed as Islamabad, Kabul trade accusations
Summary
Afghanistan’s Ministry of Defence said its forces killed 28 fighters who crossed from Pakistan into Nuristan province. Pakistan denied involvement and rejected accusations of supporting militants or recruiting former Afghan security personnel. Both sides blamed each other amid rising tensions and recent cross-border attacks.Key Facts
- Afghan forces killed 28 fighters in Nuristan who allegedly crossed from Pakistan.
- Afghanistan claims many fighters were former Afghan security staff recruited by Pakistani intelligence.
- Afghan authorities say some fighters included ISIS members supported by Pakistani militias.
- Pakistan denies involvement in these clashes or recruitment and calls the claims baseless.
- Pakistan urges Afghan Taliban to stop terrorist groups from operating in Afghanistan.
- Recent tensions include Pakistani air strikes on Afghan territory hitting alleged drone sites.
- The air strikes have killed fighters and some civilians, with both sides promising responses.
- Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of sheltering militants who attack Pakistani territory, a claim Kabul denies.
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