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Afghanistan: Dozens of Civilians Killed in Pakistani Border Attacks

From Svenska Dagbladet · () Swedish

Translated from Swedish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Pakistan conducted cross-border attacks into Afghanistan, resulting in dozens of civilian casualties, including children, according to the Taliban government.
  • Pakistan stated its security forces targeted approximately 20 militants in areas used as hideouts for terrorists.
  • The strikes escalate tensions between the two countries, with Pakistan accusing Afghanistan of harboring Pakistani militant groups.

The Taliban government in Afghanistan reported that Pakistani attacks along the border have killed and injured dozens of civilians, including several children. Zabihullah Mujahid, a spokesperson for the Taliban, condemned the actions on X as a "cowardly attack" and a "crime and a brutal act."

Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar confirmed on Sunday that security forces carried out strikes along the border. He stated that the operations targeted the hideouts and shelters of what Pakistan describes as terrorists, resulting in the deaths of about 20 militants.

These cross-border operations mark an escalation in the ongoing conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Pakistan has repeatedly accused the Afghan Taliban administration of supporting and sheltering Pakistani militant groups operating from Afghan soil. The recent strikes underscore the deep-seated tensions and security concerns shared by both nations.

We strongly condemn this cowardly attack, which we consider a crime and a brutal act.

— Zabihullah MujahidThe Taliban spokesperson condemned Pakistan's cross-border attacks.
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Originally published by Svenska Dagbladet in Swedish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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