Pakistan conducts airstrikes against targets in Afghanistan

Smoke billows from buildings in Afghanistan's Kunar province following recent airstrikes conducted by Pakistan targeting militant positions.

The conflict has been exacerbated by the ongoing instability in Afghanistan, particularly following the Taliban’s return to power in August 2021. Pakistan claims that Afghan-based militants have increasingly launched attacks into its territory, prompting the airstrikes as a defensive measure. The situation has drawn international attention, with calls for both sides to engage in dialogue … Read more