In a shocking development in eastern Afghanistan, Pakistani airstrikes hit the Gurbuz district of Khost province at midnight on Monday (Nov. 24), killing 10 Afghan nationals, including nine children and one woman. 😢
Later that same night, air raids on Kunar and Paktika provinces injured four more civilians, according to Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson of the Afghan government.
These attacks come amid escalating border clashes between Pakistani and Afghan forces, marking a sharp rise in tensions that have unsettled communities along the frontier.
"Nine boys and girls lost their lives in an instant," Mujahid posted on social media. "Our hearts go out to the families affected by this tragedy."
The human toll of these skirmishes is a poignant reminder of the real-life impact behind headlines. Families in the border regions are grappling with fear and loss, while calls for diplomatic dialogue grow louder. 💔🌏
As the situation unfolds, residents are bracing for what comes next, hoping for de-escalation and greater protection for civilians caught in the crossfire.
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Afghan official: Pakistan's airstrikes kill 10 Afghan nationals
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