Summary
Explosions occurred in Kabul as Afghan Taliban forces claimed to respond to Pakistani aircraft entering Afghan airspace. The conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan has worsened, with Pakistan saying they are in an "open war" and Afghan officials reporting civilian deaths from Pakistani strikes. Both countries accuse each other of supporting terrorism, but Pakistan refuses to engage in talks despite international calls for de-escalation.
Key Facts
- Explosions happened in Kabul, and Afghan Taliban forces said they fired at Pakistani aircraft.
- Afghanistan claimed Pakistani jets entered its airspace and tried to attack a former U.S. base.
- Pakistan described the situation as an "open war" and held territory in a southern Afghan region.
- Afghan officials reported 55 civilian deaths due to Pakistani military actions.
- The conflict stems from Pakistan's claims that Afghanistan harbors the Pakistan Taliban (TTP).
- Violence related to the TTP increased in Pakistan over the past year.
- Despite the Taliban being open to talks, Pakistan rejects negotiations and cites terrorism concerns.
- International voices, including the UN and the EU, have called for de-escalation and dialogue.
