Summary
Pakistan declared it is now in "open war" with Afghanistan following months of rising tensions and military clashes. This escalation comes after a cross-border attack led to Pakistani air strikes on several Afghan cities. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harboring militants, while Afghanistan claims Pakistan violated its territory.
Key Facts
- Pakistan announced it is in "open war" with Afghanistan due to ongoing conflicts.
- Pakistan's defense minister made this announcement on social media.
- Previously, Qatar brokered a ceasefire between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban in October.
- Recent events saw Afghan forces attack across the border, prompting Pakistani air strikes on Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia.
- Afghanistan accused Pakistan of violating its airspace and killing civilians in these attacks.
- Pakistan accuses the Taliban of sheltering militants who carry out attacks in Pakistan.
- The Taliban has denied these accusations.
