Afghanistan says it thwarted Pakistan airstrikes on Bagram airbase
Sporadic clashes reported in several provinces in Afghanistan as both sides give conflicting death tollsAfghanistan has said it had thwarted Pakistan’s attempted airstrikes on Bagram airbase, the former US military base north of Kabul, as cross-border fighting between the two countries stretched into a fourth day.Months of clashes have flared up again since Thursday, when Afghanistan launched attacks along the frontier and Pakistani forces hit back on the border and from the skies. Pakistan has declared it is in “open war” with Afghanistan. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Blasts heard in Kabul as Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict continues
Kabul reports a thwarted strike on Bagram air base as international calls for a ceasefire go unheeded. [Continue Reading]
Afghanistan fires at Pakistani jets over Kabul
Afghanistan has said it was firing at Pakistani jets in Kabul after blasts and gunfire rocked the capital, compounding instability in a region rattled by US-Israeli strikes on Iran and retaliatory attacks on US targets in Gulf states. [Continue Reading]
Escalating violence reported in Kabul amid clashes between Afghan forces and Pakistani aircraft entering Afghan airspace
Recent hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan escalated dramatically on a Sunday as explosions and bursts of gunfire resonated through central Kabul. The clashes arose as the Taliban government alleged that Afghan forces were engaging Pakistani aircraft that had entered Afghan airspace. This incident marks a significant spike in violence following months of ongoing cross-border tensions, which have surged since a renewed Afghan military offensive that began on Thursday. According to reports from AFP journalists, the sounds of blasts and gunfire were particularly noticeable in the vicinity of downtown Kabul, where residents expressed a mixture of confusion and concern over the... [Continue Reading]
Explosions heard in Kabul as Afghan forces open fire at Pakistani aircraft
An explosion and bursts of gunfire were heard in central Kabul on Sunday as the Taliban government said Afghan forces were responding to a new incursion by Pakistani aircraft. The unrest follows months of cross-border clashes that intensified on Thursday after Afghanistan launched a frontier offensive, prompting Pakistani retaliatory strikes. [Continue Reading]
Pakistan Conducts Airstrikes in Afghanistan Amid Rising Tensions with Taliban
In a significant escalation of tensions between Pakistan and the Taliban, Pakistan has launched airstrikes targeting multiple cities across Afghanistan, drawing a swift response from the international community. The United States has expressed its support for Pakistan's "right to defend itself" following the bombardment of urban areas including Kabul and Kandahar. This latest development highlights the deteriorating security situation in the region and the increasing volatility between the two nations, which have a history of conflict and rivalry. The airstrikes commenced late Thursday and extended into Friday, with strikes reported in major Afghan provinces such as Paktia, Paktika, Khost, and... [Continue Reading]
US backs Pakistan’s ‘right to defend itself’ against Taliban after strikes on Afghanistan
Taliban offer to resolve dispute via dialogue after Pakistan bombed cities in Afghanistan in latest escalation with its neighbourWashington endorsed Pakistan’s “right to defend itself” after it bombed major cities across Afghanistan amid heightened tensions between the two hostile neighbours.The Taliban government in Kabul stressed it was ready to negotiate on Friday as violence intensified between the two countries. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Pakistan Conducts Airstrikes on Kabul and Kandahar Amid Rising Tensions with Afghanistan
Recent developments have escalated tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, as Pakistan launched airstrikes targeting the Afghan capital, Kabul, and the southern city of Kandahar. These attacks mark a significant retaliatory action by the Pakistani military, which accuses the Taliban of sheltering militants intent on destabilizing the Islamabad government. Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid confirmed the strikes, reporting civilian casualties but withholding specific numbers. According to eyewitness reports, the strikes led to heavy explosions, particularly near an ammunition depot in Kabul, which resulted in firefights as stored ordnance ignited. Local residents described the scene, with one taxi driver, Tamim, recalling the panic... [Continue Reading]
Pakistan Launches Airstrikes on Major Afghan Cities Amid Rising Military Tensions
In a significant increase of military tensions, Pakistan has conducted extensive airstrikes across major Afghan cities, including Kabul, marking a new phase of aggression in the ongoing conflict between the two nations. Reports indicate the strikes commenced shortly after 3 a.m. local time, aligning with a declaration from Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif, who characterized the situation as a state of “open war” with Afghanistan. This escalation represents a culmination of rising tensions following a series of skirmishes along the border. The situation is particularly concerning for regional stability, given the historical and geopolitical complexities between the two countries.... [Continue Reading]
Pakistan Conducts Airstrikes in Kabul and Kandahar Amid Escalating Military Tensions with Afghanistan
Heightened tensions have escalated into military actions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with Pakistan conducting airstrikes in the Afghan capital of Kabul and in Kandahar, recognized as a stronghold of the Taliban leadership. Pakistani officials characterized the conflict as an "open war," an assertion made by Pakistan's Defence Minister following these operations. As reported on Friday, these airstrikes come as retaliatory measures against earlier attacks initiated from Afghan territory against Pakistan. According to reports from both nations, the situation remains highly volatile, particularly along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, where ongoing clashes have been noted. Eyewitness accounts from correspondents indicate that these confrontations... [Continue Reading]
Pakistan Declares Open War Against Taliban Government Amid Escalating Skirmishes Along Durand Line
In a significant escalation of hostilities, Pakistan has officially declared an “open war” against Afghanistan's Taliban government amidst fierce skirmishes along the Durand Line. This declaration coincides with reports of explosions in Kabul and other locations in Afghanistan, raising concerns over regional stability. The situation has attracted global attention, with various countries urging both sides to exercise restraint and pursue diplomatic solutions to the conflict. The conflict has intensified following a series of border clashes. According to a statement from Pakistan, retaliatory airstrikes have targeted the Taliban's strongholds in Kandahar and Paktika provinces, directly responding to a provocative assault by... [Continue Reading]
Pakistan and Afghanistan engage in military conflict following cross-border attacks and airstrikes, resulting in casualties on both sides
Recent military actions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated into what Pakistan describes as an "open war." Tensions reached a boiling point after Pakistan launched airstrikes on several locations in Afghanistan, including the capital, Kabul, following a cross-border attack by Afghan forces. Confirmed reports indicate that violent exchanges, including airstrikes and artillery fire, have resulted in casualties on both sides, marking a significant deterioration in relations between the two nations. On Friday, Pakistan targeted Kabul and two other provinces after an attack on its border troops the previous night, which claimed the lives of Pakistani soldiers. Official statements from Pakistan's... [Continue Reading]
Pakistani military conducts air strikes in Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia amid escalating tensions with Afghanistan
In a rapid escalation of hostilities between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Pakistani military has conducted air strikes targeting locations in Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia provinces. These attacks, described by Pakistani officials as a response to Afghan forces' aggression, mark a significant intensification of cross-border clashes that have plagued the region in recent days. According to reports from the Pakistani government, these air strikes occurred in the early hours of a recent Friday. Pakistani Information Minister Attaullah Tarar confirmed the strikes were aimed at "Afghan Taliban defence targets," asserting that they were a necessary counteraction to what Islamabad characterized as "unprovoked... [Continue Reading]
