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What's behind the latest fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan?

Pakistan launched air strikes on Afghanistan's cities overnight. This escalates months of border clashes. Both nations reported heavy losses. Pakistan's defence minister called it open war. Tensions rose after Pakistan's air strikes last weekend. Border clashes in October killed dozens. Negotiations had put a ceasefire in place. Militancy has increased since 2022. The TTP and Baloch insurgents are active.

27 Feb 2026 1:15 pm