Pakistan strikes Kabul, declares ‘open war’ on Afghanistan following clashe

In February 2026, Pakistan struck Kabul and declared open war on Afghanistan. This escalation followed accusations from Islamabad that the Afghan Taliban initiated gunfire along their shared border. The conflict occurred despite a previously established ceasefire agreement in October. The reason for the renewed hostilities stems from border disputes and accusations of Taliban aggression. The declaration of war signifies a major deterioration in relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The strikes on Kabul represent a significant escalation of the ongoing tensions.