Summary
Pakistan has attacked Kabul and declared it is in an "open war" with Afghanistan. The events stem from Pakistan's accusation that the Afghan Taliban fired along their shared border despite a ceasefire.
Key Facts
- Pakistan attacked Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan.
- Pakistan claims the Afghan Taliban started the conflict with gunfire.
- The countries share a border where the clashes occurred.
- A ceasefire agreement had been established in October.
- Hostilities persisted for several days, leading to intensified conflict.
- Pakistan has officially stated it is in "open war" with Afghanistan.