Summary
Afghanistan reported that it killed 58 Pakistani soldiers and injured others during border clashes with Pakistan. The tension arose after Afghanistan accused Pakistan of violating its airspace and attacking a market. The clashes centered around the Durand Line, a disputed border between the two nations.
Key Facts
- Afghanistan said it killed 58 Pakistani soldiers and injured more during border clashes.
- The Taliban government in Afghanistan claimed the attacks were retaliation against Pakistan for airspace violations.
- The clashes occurred along the Durand Line, a disputed border between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
- Afghanistan reportedly "destroyed" 20 Pakistani outposts during the overnight operations.
- Nine Afghan soldiers were killed, and 16 were injured in the conflict.
- Pakistan accused the Afghan military of "unprovoked firing and raids" and responded with strikes.
- Kabul accused Pakistan of attacking a market in the Afghan province of Paktika earlier in the week.
- Qatar and Saudi Arabia intervened to stop the fighting at midnight, emphasizing dialogue and understanding between the countries.
