Summary
Fighting has intensified between Afghanistan and Pakistan, with both countries blaming each other for recent violence. Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan, claiming they targeted militant groups responsible for attacks in Pakistan. Afghanistan's Taliban government responded by launching operations near the border, stating they were retaliating against Pakistani incursions.
Key Facts
- Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan, including in Kabul, Paktia, and Kandahar.
- Pakistan claims these strikes targeted Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in Afghanistan.
- Afghanistan's Taliban government claims their operations were a response to Pakistani military actions that killed Afghan civilians.
- The United Nations reported that earlier Pakistani airstrikes led to the deaths of 13 Afghan civilians.
- Pakistan says it has evidence that TTP is responsible for recent attacks in Pakistan.
- The Taliban government denies its territory is used to threaten other countries and calls Pakistan's actions unprovoked.
- In October 2025, a previous conflict saw airstrikes and attempts at diplomatic mediation without lasting peace.
