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Pakistan Airstrikes Escalate Tensions Amid Civilian Casualties

3/14/2026

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Pakistan conducted airstrikes on March 13, 2026, targeting the Kam Air fuel depot near Kandahar airport, escalating tensions.
Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid reported civilian casualties, including women and children, from strikes in Kabul and other provinces.
Pakistan's military said the strikes targeted militant hideouts and were necessary for security.
Diplomatic efforts, including mediation by China, have failed to halt the violence, and Afghanistan denies Pakistan's claims that it harbors terrorists.

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Pakistan conducted airstrikes on March 13, 2026, targeting the Kam Air fuel depot near Kandahar airport, escalating tensions.
Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid reported civilian casualties, including women and children, from strikes in Kabul and other provinces.
Pakistan's military said the strikes targeted militant hideouts and were necessary for security.
Diplomatic efforts, including mediation by China, have failed to halt the violence, and Afghanistan denies Pakistan's claims that it harbors terrorists.