Afghanistan says Pakistani airstrike killed 408 at Kabul drug rehab centre, Islamabad rejects charge
Summary
A Pakistani airstrike on a Kabul drug rehabilitation centre killed over 400 people and wounded 265, according to the Afghan Taliban government, while Pakistan denies targeting civilians, escalating tensions between the neighboring countries.
Key Points
- A Pakistani airstrike struck a drug rehabilitation centre in Kabul, reportedly killing 408 and injuring 265 people.
- Afghan Taliban officials say the attack targeted the state-run Omid Hospital, a 2,000-bed drug rehab centre formerly a NATO base.
- Pakistan denies targeting the drug centre, claiming the strike hit military installations and ammunition depots.
- International actors like China urge calm and mediation, while India condemns the strike during Ramadan.
- Independent verification of casualties is not yet possible; Norwegian Refugee Council confirms large civilian casualties.
