Over 50 Killed in Pak-Afghan Border Clashes; Rising Tensions and Regional Concerns
Fresh clashes along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border resulted in casualties on both sides, leading to a 48-hour ceasefire agreement. Following reports of the fighting, Pakistan launched airstrikes in Kabul and Kandahar province. Pakistan’s military reported repelling attacks and killing numerous Taliban fighters, while Afghan officials reported civilian deaths and injuries. The recent violence follows clashes last weekend, where both countries exchanged fire, leading to border closures and further escalations.
John Q. Hosedrinker