Pakistani airstrikes conducted Monday resulted in the deaths of at least 36 civilians and injuries to over 160 others in Afghanistan, according to Afghan officials. The strikes targeted areas along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.
The overnight operations were carried out by Pakistani forces, who stated they targeted militant hideouts in response to recent attacks within Pakistan. Afghan officials reported that the strikes caused significant civilian casualties and damage. According to reports, at least 36 civilians were killed and more than 160 others wounded.
The Taliban government condemned the airstrikes as acts of aggression. A statement from the Taliban government indicated that civilians were among those killed in the attacks.
Pakistan defended its actions by asserting it was targeting militants responsible for cross-border attacks. Officials stated the strikes were a necessary response to escalating militant activity within Pakistan. RT reported Pakistani officials maintained they targeted militants, not civilians.
The Washington Times reported the overnight ground operations and strikes further escalated tensions between the two neighboring countries. BBC World News also reported on the strikes, noting the conflicting claims regarding casualties.
This incident occurs amid ongoing security concerns along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border region, an area historically plagued by militant activity. The situation has raised fears of further escalation and instability in the region.
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