Pakistani, Afghan clashes widen as Arab states struggle to halt war

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseMarch 1, 2026 at 10:49 AM

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Recent clashes between Pakistani and Afghan troops along their shared border have escalated, with Afghanistan launching an offensive on Thursday and Pakistan retaliating with strikes on the border and from the air. Fighting has been reported in multiple border areas, with residents reporting overnight battles and civilian casualties from drone strikes. Airstrikes also targeted Bagram airbase, north of Kabul, with residents describing a strong explosion and fire. According to a provincial spokesman, Pakistani jets attempted to bomb the base, but there were no reported casualties or damage. Arab states are reportedly attempting to mediate and halt the escalating conflict. The reason for the escalation is not stated in the article.

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United States 30% Kabul 40% Fazl ul Rahim Maskin Yar 40% Nangarhar Province 50% Bagram Airbase ×270% Afghanistan ×290% Pakistan ×390%

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