SECURITY — February 22, 2026
Pakistan targets Barmal and Orgun districts of Paktika
Local sources in Afghanistan's Paktika province say Pakistan carried out airstrikes on Barmal and Orgun districts, targeting a Taliban-linked religious school with no casualties reported.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hasht-e Subh — corroborated by Khaama Press, Bakhtar News, ToloNews and 6 more — 2 min read
Local sources in Paktika province reported that Pakistan conducted airstrikes on Barmal and Orgun districts.
The strikes occurred on Saturday night, February 21, 2026, with one Taliban-affiliated religious school in the Margi area of Barmal district targeted, according to the sources.
No reports of casualties have been released so far.
Similar attacks have been reported previously in Paktika districts, and border areas of the province have seen increased tensions in recent weeks.
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Reliability assessment
Key facts of Pakistani airstrikes on Barmal and Orgun districts in Paktika province, targeting a Taliban-linked school with no casualties, corroborated by 10 independent outlets including Afghan media (Hasht-e Subh, Khaama Press, ToloNews, etc.) and international (Al Jazeera).
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Hasht-e Subh
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Khaama Press
Bakhtar News
ToloNews
Pajhwok
Ariana News
Al Jazeera
RTA
Afghanistan International
Amu TV
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