- Pakistan launched targeted airstrikes on 10 sites across southern and eastern Afghanistan following reported Afghan drone attacks and border aggression.
- Afghan government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid reported four civilian deaths, denied conducting drone strikes, and warned Pakistan of an appropriate response.
- Pakistani Information Minister Attaullah Tarar stated the deliberate strikes strictly targeted military objectives linked to recent cross-border attacks.
- The sharp escalation threatens international mediation efforts led by China, Turkey, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia to broker lasting peace between the two nations.
- Tensions have intensified due to Pakistan repeatedly accusing the Afghan Taliban regime of harbouring militants operating from Afghan territory.
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