Pakistan conducted two airstrikes in Afghanistan on Monday, resulting in the deaths of at least eight individuals, according to Afghan officials. The strikes, which occurred in the Paktika and Khost Provinces, were condemned by Taliban officials as a violation of Afghan territory. The attacks came amid increased militant activity in Pakistan following the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan. Pakistani officials have accused militants in Afghanistan, protected by the Taliban, of carrying out attacks in Pakistan. The Taliban has denied these allegations, warning that such incidents could have severe consequences beyond Pakistan’s control. The Pakistani government’s actions and statements suggest a more assertive approach to dealing with the Taliban administration in Afghanistan. The surge in militant attacks in Pakistan since the collapse of the U.S.-backed government in Afghanistan has raised concerns about a potential conflict along the historically contested border between the two countries, known as the Durand Line.
2024-03-18 12:41:22
Article from taliban.html” target=”_blank” style=”color:blue” rel=”noopener”>www.nytimes.com