Pakistan targets militants in Afghanistan, testing Doha truce

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Associated PressFebruary 22, 2026 at 01:07 PM

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On Sunday, Pakistan conducted military strikes in Afghanistan, targeting alleged hideouts of Pakistani militants it claims were responsible for recent attacks within Pakistan. The Afghan government stated the strikes hit civilian areas in Nangarhar and Paktika provinces, including a religious school and homes, resulting in numerous casualties. According to the Afghan Red Crescent Society, at least 18 people were killed. Pakistan's Information Minister said the "intelligence-based" operations targeted seven camps belonging to the Pakistani Taliban and an affiliate of the Islamic State group. The Afghan government condemned the strikes as a violation of its sovereignty, while Pakistan asserted its actions were necessary to protect its citizens and maintain regional stability.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Mawlawi Fazl Rahman Fayyaz 30% Zabihullah Mujahid 40% Attaullah Tarar 40% Islamic State group 40% Afghan Red Crescent Society ×250% Paktika 50% Nangarhar ×260% Pakistani Taliban (Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan) ×270% Afghanistan ×480% Pakistan ×690%

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militant strikes 90% pakistan 90% afghanistan 90% cross-border attacks 80% civilian casualties 70% pakistani taliban 70% airspace violation 60% regional security 50% islamic state 40%

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South China Morning Post

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Center-Right (0.50)

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90%

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Pakistan

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