Afghanistan–Pakistan Border Clashes Escalate After Alleged Air Strikes!

Afghanistan–Pakistan Border Clashes Escalate After Alleged Air Strikes!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Tensions flared on Saturday along the Afghanistan–Pakistan border as Taliban forces launched armed reprisals against Pakistani troops, accusing Islamabad of conducting air strikes within Afghan territory.

What Happened:

• Senior Taliban officials from provinces bordering Pakistan claimed that Pakistani jets carried out cross-border strikes targeting suspected militant hideouts.
• In response, Afghan forces reportedly opened fire on Pakistani military posts, sparking heavy clashes along key sections of the border.
• Casualty numbers remain unclear, but local sources report civilian displacement and damage to properties near the Khost and Paktika regions.

Pakistan’s Response:

• Islamabad has yet to officially confirm or deny the alleged strikes, but military sources suggest the target may have been Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants operating from Afghan soil.
• The Pakistani government has long accused the Taliban of sheltering TTP fighters following the U.S. withdrawal in 2021.

Why It Matters:

• The incident risks escalating an already fragile relationship between the two neighbors.
• With tensions rising over refugee expulsions, militant violence, and border control, observers warn of a broader security crisis in the region.
• International actors, including the UN and China, have called for restraint and diplomatic resolution.

Citation:

1. Al Jazeera – www.aljazeera.com
2. TOLOnews Afghanistan – www.tolonews.com
3. Dawn Pakistan – www.dawn.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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