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Taliban Captures 15 Posts in Border Retaliation Against Pakistan

2/26/2026

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The Taliban launched a retaliatory operation against Pakistani military positions on February 26, saying it responded to border violations.
Taliban spokesman Mawlawi Wahidullah Mohammadi said they captured 15 military posts.
Pakistan's government accused the Taliban of unprovoked attacks and called for a security-forces response, reporting heavy casualties on the Afghan side.
Pakistan's Prime Minister's spokesman denied damage on Pakistan's side and vowed to respond to aggression, citing the October ceasefire.

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The Taliban launched a retaliatory operation against Pakistani military positions on February 26, saying it responded to border violations.
Taliban spokesman Mawlawi Wahidullah Mohammadi said they captured 15 military posts.
Pakistan's government accused the Taliban of unprovoked attacks and called for a security-forces response, reporting heavy casualties on the Afghan side.
Pakistan's Prime Minister's spokesman denied damage on Pakistan's side and vowed to respond to aggression, citing the October ceasefire.