Amnesty Condemns Civilian Deaths in Pakistan Airstrikes on Nangarhar

Amnesty International, expressing concern over reports of ‘civilian’ casualties in recent Pakistani airstrikes on parts of Nangarhar and Paktika, stated that a ‘thorough, independent, and impartial’ investigation must be conducted.

In a statement issued Tuesday, the human rights organization emphasized the need for a thorough and impartial investigation into civilian deaths caused by the military operations.

According to Amnesty International, the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan had previously attributed 70 deaths and 478 additional injuries to Pakistani military attacks between October and December 2025, during a period of heightened border tensions and clashes between Afghan Taliban forces and the Pakistani army.

Amnesty stressed that both Pakistan and the Taliban must take all necessary precautions to ensure the safety and protection of non-combatants in affected areas.

UNAMA also confirmed that airstrikes conducted over the past two days in Nangarhar, Paktika, and Khost provinces resulted in 13 civilian deaths in the Behsud district of Nangarhar.

These casualties underscore ongoing concerns about the humanitarian impact of cross-border military operations and highlight the urgent need for strict adherence to international humanitarian law.

Amnesty International reiterated its call for accountability, urging Pakistan and local authorities to prioritize civilian protection and implement measures that minimize harm to communities living in conflict zones.

The organization emphasized that independent monitoring and transparent reporting are critical to safeguarding human rights and ensuring that non-combatants are not caught in the crossfire.

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