Pakistan launches airstrikes on Kabul, Kandahar, Paktia in 'open war' against Taliban

Pakistan launched airstrikes on Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia provinces Friday, escalating border tensions with Afghanistan into 'open war' according to Defence Minister Khawaja Asif. Explosions reported across Kabul early Friday with smoke rising over parts of the capital. Pakistani strikes targeted Taliban military infrastructure following weeks of border clashes and cross-border fire exchanges. Both governments accuse each other of harbouring militants responsible for frontier attacks. Civilian casualties reported on both sides. UN urges immediate political dialogue to prevent regional instability. Iran and Russia call for restraint and offer mediation. Fighting ongoing along Durand Line as of Friday.

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