Pakistan-Afghanistan 'open war' LIVE: Explosion, gunfire as Afghan forces shoot at aircraft over Kabul

Taliban administration spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said the sounds were the result of Afghan forces ‌targeting Pakistani aircraft over the capital

1 Mar, 06:03 — 1 Mar, 06:46

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Why this matters

This incident suggests a significant escalation of tensions or direct conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan, potentially leading to regional instability. It highlights the volatile security situation in the region and the challenges of border control and airspace violations.

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Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 2 sources cover this story

Both outlets report explosions and gunfire in Kabul, with Afghan forces targeting aircraft, and a statement from Taliban spokesperson Mujahid. The key difference lies in the outcome of the engagement, with one outlet claiming an aircraft was shot down while the other reports targeting.

What sources agree on

Explosions and gunfire were heard in Kabul.
Afghan forces were involved in shooting at aircraft over Kabul.
Taliban spokesperson Mujahid made a statement regarding the incident.
The aircraft involved were identified as Pakistani.

Where they diverge

The outcome of Afghan forces' action against the aircraft.

indian-express

The Indian Express reports that a 'Pakistani aircraft shot down'.

hindu

The Hindu states Afghan forces were 'targeting Pakistani aircraft', without confirming a shootdown.

Key claims3 agreed · 1 disputed · 1 unverified

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Explosions and gunfire were heard in Kabul.

agreed·indian-expresshindu

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Afghan forces shot at aircraft over Kabul.

agreed·indian-expresshindu

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The aircraft involved were Pakistani.

agreed·indian-expresshindu

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Coverage gaps

Taliban spokesperson Mujahid's advice to 'do not panic'.

Reportedindian-express

Missinghindu

Perspective Analysis

Comparing sources…

External Fact-Checks

Claims matched against human-vetted fact-check databases

✗False

The video shows the debris of a Pakistani fighter jet engulfed in flames after being shot down by the Taliban.

India TodayRead →

✗False

Clip shows pilot from an Indian fighter jet shot down by Pakistan

AFP Fact Check·26 May 2025Read →

—Misleading

Story evolution

The narrative shifted from general 'targeting' of aircraft to a more definitive claim of a 'shoot down', indicating a potential escalation or more specific outcome of the engagement.

Initial Reports of Targeting2026-03-01T06:03:22.000Z

Early reports indicate explosions and gunfire in Kabul, with Afghan forces targeting Pakistani aircraft.

Claim of Aircraft Shot Down2026-03-01T06:46:20.000Z

Later reports include a claim from a Taliban spokesperson that a Pakistani aircraft was shot down, along with an advisory not to panic.

How outlets covered this

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indian-express

‘Pakistani aircraft shot down, do not panic’: Taliban spokesperson Mujahid after explosions heard in Kabul

hindu