Taliban Reports 13 Civilians Killed in Pakistani Air Strikes, Citing Border Insecurity

Pakistan. The Taliban government of Afghanistan has stated that at least 13 civilians were killed and 14 injured in the latest air strike by Pakistan violating Afghan airspace. According to the Taliban, the attack has further escalated tensions between the two countries and the security situation in the border areas has become serious.

Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said that Pakistan bombed settlements in Kunar, Khost, and Paktika provinces between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. According to him, 11 children, one woman, and one elderly man were killed in the attack.