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Afghanistan-Pakistan Conflict Escalates Amid Airstrike Retaliation

3/1/2026

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Afghanistan thwarted airstrikes on Bagram Air Base as Pakistan declared "open war".
The confrontation is the most severe in years, following Afghanistan's retaliation against Pakistani airstrikes targeting the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
Afghanistan claims hundreds of Pakistani soldiers were killed.
Afghan officials allege Pakistani drone strikes have resulted in civilian deaths.
The international community remains concerned about the resurgence of militant groups in the region, complicating ongoing diplomatic efforts for peace.

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Story summary

Afghanistan thwarted airstrikes on Bagram Air Base as Pakistan declared "open war".
The confrontation is the most severe in years, following Afghanistan's retaliation against Pakistani airstrikes targeting the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
Afghanistan claims hundreds of Pakistani soldiers were killed.
Afghan officials allege Pakistani drone strikes have resulted in civilian deaths.
The international community remains concerned about the resurgence of militant groups in the region, complicating ongoing diplomatic efforts for peace.