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Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of 'violating sovereign territory'

Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of 'violating sovereign territory'

Summary

Afghanistan accused Pakistan of violating its territory after explosions in Kabul on Thursday. The Afghan Taliban claimed the blasts were a violent act by Pakistan and there were reports of bombings in a border province. Pakistan has not confirmed any attacks but has accused Afghanistan of harboring terrorists.

Key Facts

  • Afghanistan accused Pakistan of violating its sovereign territory.
  • Explosions were heard in Kabul on Thursday night, according to Afghan officials.
  • Afghanistan claimed Pakistan also bombed a civilian market in a border province.
  • Pakistan has not confirmed or denied involvement in the alleged attack.
  • A Pakistani general suggested Afghanistan was being used for terrorist activities against Pakistan.
  • There were rumors that the blasts aimed at killing a Pakistan Taliban leader, Noor Wali Mehsud.
  • The Afghan Taliban denied these rumors and issued warnings about potential consequences.
  • Afghanistan's foreign minister expressed a desire to resolve issues through talks, not conflict.

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