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Over 180 die in clashes between Afghanistan, PakistanーNHK WORLD-JAPAN NEWS
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Afghan and Pakistani forces engaged in border clashes, resulting in approximately 180 fatalities. Both nations remain entrenched in their positions, with Pakistan asserting that its strikes were necessary against Afghan extremists.
- Afghan and Pakistani forces engaged in border clashes, resulting in approximately 180 fatalities. Pakistans spokesperson reported that airstrikes targeted military positions in Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia, claiming to have killed 133 Taliban fighters
- The Taliban countered that its forces killed 55 Pakistani soldiers and captured two bases along with 19 posts. Tensions escalated following Pakistans Air Force bombings on February 21, targeting Afghan extremist strongholds
- The Pakistani government attributes ongoing terrorist attacks within its borders to the Talibans failure to control militants in Afghanistan. A recent suicide bombing in Islamabad resulted in over 30 casualties, highlighting the persistent threat of terrorism faced by Pakistan
- Both nations remain entrenched in their positions, with Pakistan asserting that its strikes were necessary against Afghan extremists. The Taliban denies the existence of extremist bases in Afghanistan, dismissing Pakistans claims as unfounded
- International mediation could play a role in de-escalating the conflict, with countries like China and Russia potentially influencing the situation. Previous ceasefire agreements mediated by Qatar and Turkey have failed, but Russia has expressed willingness to mediate again