Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban say Pakistan strikes kill, injure dozens
Summary
Pakistan launched strikes on militant targets in Afghanistan, killing and injuring dozens including women and children, escalating tension with Afghanistan's Taliban government which vowed to respond appropriately.
Key Points
- Pakistan conducted strikes on militant camps in Afghanistan, targeting Pakistani Taliban and Islamic State Khorasan Province.
- Afghanistan's Taliban government reported dozens killed and injured, including women and children, and condemned the strikes as violations of sovereignty.
- The strikes followed accusations by Pakistan that militants operating from Afghan territory were behind suicide bombings in Pakistan.
- Tensions along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border have led to clashes, border closures, and disrupted trade despite a fragile ceasefire.
