Afghanistan and Pakistan Exchange Cross-Border Attacks Amid Rising Durand Line Tensions

Tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan escalated sharply after Pakistan conducted airstrikes on Afghan border regions, targeting militant hideouts. In retaliation, Afghan Taliban forces launched large-scale offensive operations along the disputed Durand Line, claiming to have captured multiple Pakistani posts and inflicted casualties. Pakistan denied these claims, describing Afghan attacks as unprovoked and responded with further airstrikes on Afghan cities including Kabul and Kandahar. Both sides reported casualties and destruction, with Pakistan declaring an 'open war' amid ongoing cross-border clashes that threaten a fragile ceasefire.