The Taliban authorities report that a Pakistani airstrike in Paktika province has killed at least 46 people and injured 6 others. The attack has drawn widespread condemnation.
Hamdullah Fitrat, Deputy Spokesperson of the Taliban regime,, told Khaama Press on Wednesday, December 25, that the Pakistani military bombed four areas in the Barmal district of Paktika.
According to Fitrat, the airstrike killed 46 individuals, including women and children, and left six others injured. The attack has been described as particularly devastating.
On Tuesday evening, December 24, the Pakistani Army launched an attack on “Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) bases” in the Barmal district of Paktika province. The Taliban have vowed to retaliate against this attack.
Media outlets close to the Pakistani Army reported that several militants were killed in these targeted strikes, and four operational bases of the TTP were destroyed.
The Taliban’s Ministry of Defense, however, stated that the attack targeted “Waziristani refugees,” disputing the claim that the strikes were solely aimed at militants.
The Ministry of Defense warned that this attack would not go unanswered. It emphasized its commitment to safeguarding Afghanistan’s territorial integrity and responding to such aggression.
This incident highlights the escalating tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, raising concerns about further destabilization in the region. Such acts jeopardize peace efforts and intensify cross-border hostilities.
To prevent further casualties and maintain regional stability, immediate diplomatic engagement is necessary. Both nations must prioritize dialogue over confrontation to address the root causes of these conflicts and foster long-term peace.
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