February 26, 2026 11:46 PM
Afghanistan launches retaliatory attacks on Pakistan border posts, Taliban says
Afghanistan attacked Pakistani military positions along the border late on Thursdayin retaliation for Pakistani airstrikes, the Taliban said, adding to fears of a renewed escalation of violence between the neighbours. Videos shared by Afghan security forces showed Humvees driving through dark, mountainous terrain at night, lit by flashes of gunfire. Sustained bursts of automatic fire could be heard in the background. Reuters could not independently verify the location, timing or authenticity o...