'Open war' declared: Pakistan strikes Kabul, Kandahar — 10 things to know about Operation Ghazab Lil Haq

Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan targeting Taliban military sites. This action followed alleged unprovoked firing from across the border.

27 Feb, 03:04 — 27 Feb, 05:39

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This story signifies a severe escalation in tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, potentially leading to broader regional instability. The declaration of 'open war' and cross-border military actions highlight the volatile security situation along their shared border, particularly concerning the presence of militant groups and the Taliban's rule in Afghanistan.

Key entitiesPakistan Afghanistan Kabul Kandahar Khawaja Muhammad Asif Shehbaz Sharif Taliban

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Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan.
Targets of the airstrikes included Kabul and Kandahar.
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif declared 'open war' between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
The Pakistani strikes were a reaction or retaliation to earlier Afghan cross-border attacks or firing.

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Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan, targeting Kabul and Kandahar.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual45d ago

'Open war' declared: Pakistan strikes Kabul, Kandahar — 10 things to know about Operation Ghazab Lil Haq

Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan targeting Taliban military sites. This action followed alleged unprovoked firing from across the border. The operation, named 'Ghazab Lil Haq', reportedly killed 133 Afghans. Afghanistan condemned the strikes, claiming no casualties. Tensions remain high between the two nations over border disputes and recent military actions.

By TOI WORLD DESK

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual45d ago

Where does India stand on Pak-Afghan clash? Amid ‘open war’, a look at what Delhi said earlier

An Afghan cross-border attack on Pakistan came on Thursday, in “retaliation” for the deadly Pakistani airstrikes on Afghan border areas over the weekend.

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RapplerMostly Factual45d ago

Pakistan bombs targets in Afghan cities, minister calls it ‘open war’

'Our cup of patience has overflowed. Now it is open war between us and you (Afghanistan),' says Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif

By Reuters

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Times of India27 Feb, 03:04First to report

'Open war' declared: Pakistan strikes Kabul, Kandahar — 10 things to know about Operation Ghazab Lil Haq

tagesschau27 Feb, 03:35

Pakistan bombardiert militärische Ziele im Nachbarland Afghanistan

jutarnji-list27 Feb, 03:46

Eskalacija Pakistana i Afganistana, navodno stotine mrtvih, Kabul u plamenu, Islamabad: ‘Ovo je otvoreni rat‘

il-sole-24-ore27 Feb, 03:47

Raid aerei pakistani in Afghanistan, colpite anche Kabul e Kandahar

iefimerida27 Feb, 04:01

Μήνυμα Πακιστανού πρωθυπουργού στους Ταλιμπάν: «Ο στρατός μας μπορεί να συντρίψει οποιονδήποτε επιτιθέμενο»

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hindustan-times27 Feb, 05:20

Where does India stand on Pak-Afghan clash? Amid ‘open war’, a look at what Delhi said earlier

Rappler27 Feb, 05:39Latest update

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'Open war' declared: Pakistan strikes Kabul, Kandahar — 10 things to know about Operation Ghazab Lil Haq

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'Open war' declared: Pakistan strikes Kabul, Kandahar — 10 things to know about Operation Ghazab Lil Haq

Where does India stand on Pak-Afghan clash? Amid ‘open war’, a look at what Delhi said earlier

Pakistan bombs targets in Afghan cities, minister calls it ‘open war’

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'Open war' declared: Pakistan strikes Kabul, Kandahar — 10 things to know about Operation Ghazab Lil Haq

Pakistan bombardiert militärische Ziele im Nachbarland Afghanistan

Eskalacija Pakistana i Afganistana, navodno stotine mrtvih, Kabul u plamenu, Islamabad: ‘Ovo je otvoreni rat‘

Raid aerei pakistani in Afghanistan, colpite anche Kabul e Kandahar

Μήνυμα Πακιστανού πρωθυπουργού στους Ταλιμπάν: «Ο στρατός μας μπορεί να συντρίψει οποιονδήποτε επιτιθέμενο»

Where does India stand on Pak-Afghan clash? Amid ‘open war’, a look at what Delhi said earlier

Pakistan bombs targets in Afghan cities, minister calls it ‘open war’

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The specific timing of the Afghan cross-border attacks that prompted Pakistan's retaliation
The name of the Pakistani military operation, 'Operation Ghazab Lil Haq'
The potential for hundreds of casualties and Kabul being 'in flames'
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's warning that the military can 'crush' any aggressor
India's stance and historical comments on the Pak-Afghan clash