BBC PersianPakistan Airstrikes Hit Drug Rehabilitation Hospital in Kabul, Islamic Emirate Spokesman Says
Pakistani airstrikes targeted a drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, killing or wounding civilians including addicts under treatment, according to the Islamic Emirate spokesman and health officials. The attack drew condemnation from Taliban officials and former President Hamid Karzai amid rising Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions.
ReliableSupreme Council of National Resistance Condemns Attack on Karamuddin Razazadeh in Iran
The Supreme Council of National Resistance for the Salvation of Afghanistan condemned a shooting attack on former MP Karamuddin Razazadeh in Iran's Karaj, calling it a terrorist act and urging better security for Afghan exiles. The incident highlights ongoing concerns over attacks on anti-Taliban figures in Iran amid Tehran's ties to the Taliban.
ReliablePakistan vows immediate strong response to any Taliban provocations along Afghan border
Pakistan warned of severe retaliation to Taliban border provocations following clashes at Torkham and Tirah, amid airstrikes in Afghan provinces claiming over 80 militants killed. Separately, Pakistani forces killed two Afghan women in a shooting near the Iran border after a vehicle ignored a checkpoint.
Azar Nafisi: Iranians Want the Same Things as People Around the World
Iranian author Azar Nafisi discusses the roots of recent protests in Iran, emphasizing women's loss of fundamental rights under the Islamic Republic and the broad societal hope amid repression. In a BBC interview, she highlights solidarity across genders and generations as a sign of potential change.
ReliablePakistan airstrikes target eastern Afghanistan, prompting Taliban condemnation and diplomatic protest
Pakistani airstrikes hit eastern Afghan provinces, killing at least 17 civilians per local reports and prompting Taliban vows of response, ambassador summons and widespread condemnations. Pakistan said it targeted TTP and ISIS-K sites in retaliation for attacks inside its territory.
ReliablePakistan carries out airstrikes in Paktika and Nangarhar provinces
Pakistani airstrikes targeted eastern Afghan provinces, killing at least 17 civilians according to Taliban officials, who vowed retaliation; Pakistan said it hit TTP and ISIS-K sites. Reactions include condemnations from former leaders Karzai and Abdullah, and calls for investigation by human rights groups.
ReliablePakistan's Defense Minister Threatens Strikes on Afghan Soil Amid Rising Tensions with Taliban
Pakistan's officials, including Defense Minister Khawaja Asif, have threatened strikes on Afghan soil amid militant attacks in tribal areas and criticism of the Taliban. Analysis suggests Islamabad's influence over the Taliban is waning, with policy confusion and failed 'strategic depth' goals.