Pakistan Launches Airstrikes in Afghanistan, Fuel Depot Near Kandahar Airport Hit

Pakistan carried out fresh airstrikes across several locations in Afghanistan, targeting areas including Kabul, Kandahar, Paktia, and Paktika, according to officials and local reports.

Authorities from Afghanistan’s Taliban government claimed that the strikes damaged civilian homes and caused casualties, including women and children.

The development marks a significant escalation in tensions between the neighbouring countries.

Fuel Depot Near Kandahar Airport Targeted

Afghan officials said that one of the strikes hit a fuel depot belonging to Kam Air, a private Afghan airline, located near Kandahar airport.

The bombing reportedly triggered a large fire at the facility and caused damage to nearby infrastructure.

Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage and its impact on airport operations.

Civilian Casualties Reported

According to Afghan officials, at least four members of the same family were killed in eastern Afghanistan.

The deaths occurred in the village of Sadqo, located in Khost Province, where Pakistani artillery and mortar fire allegedly struck residential areas early on Thursday.

Local authorities said the victims included two children, raising concerns about civilian safety in the border region.

Strikes Reported in Multiple Locations

In addition to Kandahar, reports indicated that strikes and shelling were carried out in several other Afghan provinces.

Areas around Kabul and eastern Afghanistan reportedly experienced aerial bombardment and artillery fire.

The scale of the operation and the specific military targets have not been fully confirmed.

Rising Tensions Between Pakistan and Afghanistan

Relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have remained tense due to border security issues and militant activity along the frontier.

Both countries have frequently accused each other of failing to control armed groups operating in border regions.

Military operations and cross-border strikes have occasionally intensified these tensions.

Regional Security Concerns Grow

The latest airstrikes have raised concerns about further escalation in the region.

Security analysts warn that continued military actions along the border could worsen instability and increase the risk of wider conflict.

Officials from both sides are yet to release detailed statements about the broader implications of the strikes.

As investigations continue and more information emerges, the situation remains closely monitored by regional governments and international observers.