What we know after latest escalation in Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions

Bombings by Pakistan are the most significant development in tensions between the two neighbours - though the physical impact remains unclear.

Pakistan says it is in ‘open war’ with Afghanistan as nations exchange strikes

Escalating tensions between the two nations flared into open conflict, as Pakistan’s defense minister said his country’s patience with the Taliban had run out.

By Victoria Craw

China seeks to mediate after Pakistan declares ‘open war’ on Afghanistan

China has stepped in to mediate between Pakistan and Afghanistan following an escalation of their conflict, urging both sides to end the fighting and settle their disputes through dialogue. This comes after Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan on Friday, including the capital Kabul, and declared “open war” with its neighbour after months of deadly clashes. Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Friday that as a neighbour and a friend to both countries, China w...

By Victoria Bela

Pakistan strikes Kabul and Kandahar in “open war” with Taliban

Pakistan bombed Taliban government forces in Afghanistan’s capital Kabul and the southern city of Kandahar overnight, in what its defence minister described as “open war” — marking the first time Islamabad has directly targeted its former allies. “Our cup of patience has overflowed. Now it is open war between us and you,” Pakistani Defence Minister […]

By Newsroom

274 Taliban killed, 12 soldiers martyred during 'Op Ghazab Lil Haq': DG ISPR

DG ISPR says Pakistan armed forces effectively repulsed attacks on 53 locations

By Web Desk