Summary
Tensions have escalated between Pakistan and Afghanistan following a series of violent incidents attributed to Afghan nationals, leading Pakistan to conduct air raids inside Afghanistan. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan's Taliban of harboring militants who attack its territory, while Afghanistan denies these claims and criticizes Pakistan’s military actions. India has condemned the airstrikes, supporting Afghanistan's sovereignty, amidst growing ties between India and the Taliban-led Afghan government.
Key Facts
- Pakistan conducted air raids in Afghanistan's Nangarhar and Paktika provinces, claiming to target militant camps and hideouts.
- These airstrikes were a response to a series of violent attacks in Pakistan, including bombings in Islamabad and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Pakistan blames Afghan-based groups for these attacks, stating militants acted on orders from leaders in Afghanistan.
- Kabul disputes Pakistan's claims, stating the airstrikes hit civilian areas, including a religious school and residential homes.
- At least 36 civilians, including women and children, reportedly died in these strikes, according to Afghan sources.
- India criticized Pakistan's military actions, emphasizing Afghanistan's sovereignty and denouncing civilian casualties.
- Pakistan’s Ministry of Information says it has evidence linking the attacks to Afghan-based fighters.
- Previous border tensions saw a fragile ceasefire mediated by Qatar and Turkiye, which is now disrupted.
