Taliban claim gains in clashes with Pakistan as airstrikes hit outpsots in Kandahar
Cross-border fighting entered its sixth day early Tuesday, with the Taliban asserting territorial advances and Pakistani aircraft striking targets in.
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Politics
Taliban foreign minister urges diplomatic solution in call with Araghchi
Amir Khan Muttaqi condemned US and Israeli strikes on Iran and called for an immediate halt to escalating tensions.
Security
Taliban official claims their forces crossed border into Pakistan
The assertion came as Pakistani airstrikes entered a fourth night on Sunday, March 1, with both sides issuing sharply conflicting.
Security
Pakistani airstrikes target Kabul once again
Taliban defense ministry said anti-aircraft fire was directed at Pakistani aircraft as clashes entered a fourth day.
Politics
Taliban warn of ‘long-term consequences’ from US-Israel strikes on Iran
The statement urged an immediate halt to military action as Iran and its adversaries continued exchanging fire.
Security
Taliban, Pakistani forces clash again at Torkham border crossing
The renewed fighting comes after days of escalating cross-border attacks and competing casualty claims.
Security
Taliban claim three civilians killed in Pakistani airstrikes in east
The Taliban said strikes in Nangarhar and Paktia destroyed homes and wounded others.
Media
Taliban suspend broadcasts of Rah-e-Farda TV
The move followed criticism by Mohammad Mohaqiq of the Taliban’s recent retaliatory attacks against Pakistan.
Security
Taliban claim 32 Pakistani soldiers killed in overnight attacks
The assertion follows earlier Taliban claims of heavy Pakistani casualties, which Islamabad has disputed.
Media, Security
Taliban restrict media coverage of Pakistani strike sites, sources say
Taliban intelligence officials have warned local outlets not to report from areas hit in recent airstrikes, according to media sources.