Pakistan launches deadly strikes along Afghan border
Pakistan launched airstrikes and ground operations into Afghan provinces, resulting in significant casualties and drawing condemnation from the Taliban government. The military action follows a series of cross-border tensions and a recent suicide attack on Pakistani paramilitary forces.
Why it matters
The escalation highlights the volatile security situation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border and the ongoing failure of diplomatic efforts to curb militant activity in the region.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Pakistan has long accused Afghanistan of harbouring terrorists who carry out attacks on its soil, a claim the Taliban government rejects
The article presents claims from both the Pakistani government and the Taliban, noting that the BBC has not independently verified the casualty figures.
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