Pakistani Forces Accuse Afghan Taliban of Ordering Strikes That Killed 10 People, Including Nine Children
The Taliban has vehemently denied allegations by Pakistani forces that they were behind a series of airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan that killed at least 10 people - including nine children - in strikes on Khost province.
According to the Taliban's spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, the Pakistani military launched an attack on a local civilian resident's home, resulting in the deaths of nine children and one woman. Four civilians were also wounded in air raids targeting Kunar and Paktika provinces.
The Pakistani government has thus far refused to comment on the allegations, fueling speculation about their involvement in the strikes. The incident follows a suicide attack on a security compound in Pakistan's Peshawar city, which killed three officers and injured 11 others.
President Asif Zardari of Pakistan blamed the attacks on Afghan nationals linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), a militant group based in Afghanistan that Islamabad accuses of conducting operations from its soil. The claim comes amidst strained relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan, which have been tense since the Taliban took power in 2021.
In recent months, both countries have accused each other of harbouring hostile groups. In October, deadly border clashes killed over 70 people on both sides, sparking a ceasefire brokered by Qatar and Turkey. However, talks in Istanbul to resolve security issues and Pakistani demands for Kabul to curb TTP fighters have stalled, with Islamabad accusing the Taliban of sheltering the militants.
The Afghan government denies these allegations, suggesting that Pakistan is not respecting Afghanistan's sovereignty.
The Taliban has vehemently denied allegations by Pakistani forces that they were behind a series of airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan that killed at least 10 people - including nine children - in strikes on Khost province.
According to the Taliban's spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, the Pakistani military launched an attack on a local civilian resident's home, resulting in the deaths of nine children and one woman. Four civilians were also wounded in air raids targeting Kunar and Paktika provinces.
The Pakistani government has thus far refused to comment on the allegations, fueling speculation about their involvement in the strikes. The incident follows a suicide attack on a security compound in Pakistan's Peshawar city, which killed three officers and injured 11 others.
President Asif Zardari of Pakistan blamed the attacks on Afghan nationals linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), a militant group based in Afghanistan that Islamabad accuses of conducting operations from its soil. The claim comes amidst strained relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan, which have been tense since the Taliban took power in 2021.
In recent months, both countries have accused each other of harbouring hostile groups. In October, deadly border clashes killed over 70 people on both sides, sparking a ceasefire brokered by Qatar and Turkey. However, talks in Istanbul to resolve security issues and Pakistani demands for Kabul to curb TTP fighters have stalled, with Islamabad accusing the Taliban of sheltering the militants.
The Afghan government denies these allegations, suggesting that Pakistan is not respecting Afghanistan's sovereignty.
anyway president zardari says the attacks are linked to ttp fighters based in afghanistan but i dont no how true that is its all so confusing 
The whole situation in Afghanistan just seems to be a mess, and now we got Pakistani forces accusing the Taliban of launching airstrikes that killed innocent people, while the Taliban's denying it all. It's like they're trying to spin this as some kinda "false flag" operation by Pakistan... but if that was the case, wouldn't someone from Pakistan come forward & claim responsibility? 
and now they're blaming the afghans for harbouring ttp fighters... what's up with that 
if you ask me. 
it's like they're just stuck in this cycle of mistrust and blame 
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then doesn't that sound like a pretty big cover-up? 
like what if pak gov really behind this airstrike tho? that would explain why theyre so quiet about it lol but at the same time if taliban is innocent then pakistan should be more forthcoming with info 
and honestly who knows what's real here? both sides got some heavy accusations on each other and im not sure whats gonna come outta these talks in istanbul 
. Like, can't we all just get along? 
. First, it's the Talibans saying Pakistan is behind the strikes, then Pakistan says it's the Afghans who are harbouring militant groups... what's going on here? 
. It's a total mess 
. I wish both countries could just communicate and resolve their issues without resorting to violence 
one year old and 2 teen agers in those airstrikes 
The fact that Pakistan and Afghanistan are accusing each other is so frustrating - they need to work together to find peace. It's not like one country's "sovereignty" is more important than human lives 
. I can only imagine how hard it must be for the families of those who lost their lives... my heart goes out to them 
The blame game between Pak & Afghan govts is getting old, it's time they focus on finding a peaceful solution to these issues instead of pointing fingers at each other. 
Drones of drama, again! 
Both sides looking for a scapegoat, while the real puppets pulling the strings stay hidden in the shadows 
