Explosions in Kabul Heighten Afghanistan-Pakistan Tensions Amid Cross-Border Strikes

On March 16, Kabul experienced multiple explosions and reports of low-flying fighter jets, with the Taliban accusing Pakistan of violating Afghan airspace and targeting a drug rehabilitation hospital, causing casualties. The incident escalates ongoing tensions marked by cross-border shelling and accusations between Afghanistan and Pakistan, including claims of militant activity and retaliatory strikes near the border. Afghan officials report civilian deaths from Pakistani shelling in Khost and Nuristan provinces, while both sides deny responsibility for attacks originating from their territories.