Fresh strikes deepen Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions
New Delhi witnessed fresh airstrikes conducted by Pakistan on Afghanistan early Monday, resulting in at least three deaths and six injuries. The Pakistani fighter jets struck multiple areas along the contentious Durand Line. This marks Pakistan's first known strikes inside Afghanistan since June 29. Afghan officials confirmed the latest strikes, which killed three people and injured several others in Kunar province.
Pakistan claimed 28 militants were killed in the operation. The strikes coincide with the ongoing annual United Nations General Assembly meeting in New York, potentially influencing discussions. The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) reported 28 civilian deaths and 49 injuries in Pakistani airstrikes in June, citing a total of 399 civilian casualties during April and June.
Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid cautioned that Pakistan's violation of Afghan territory could lead to a strong response from Kabul. Meanwhile, Pakistan's decision to expel Afghan students has sparked controversy, with former Afghan President Hamid Karzai calling the move regrettable and urging its reversal.
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