Pakistan Launches Strikes in Afghanistan, Declares ‘Open War’
Kabul, Afghanistan – Pakistan’s military conducted airstrikes inside Afghanistan on Friday, targeting areas including Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia, escalating a long-simmering conflict between the two nations. The strikes follow months of cross-border clashes and accusations from Islamabad that Afghanistan’s Taliban government is harboring militant groups responsible for attacks within Pakistan.
Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, stated that Islamabad’s patience had “reached its limit,” declaring the countries now at “open war.” The BBC reports Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of failing to address these militant groups, a claim the Taliban government denies.
The escalating tensions come after a recent surge in attacks within Pakistan, including a suicide bombing at a mosque, which authorities attribute to groups operating from Afghan soil. The strikes represent a significant escalation in the conflict, raising concerns about regional stability.
The situation is developing rapidly, and further details are emerging. This is a breaking news story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
