Pakistan’s president says Afghan Taliban forces crossed a ‘red line’ with drone attacks on civilians

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 3 min read 100% complete by By MUNIR AHMED and ABDUL QAHAR AFGHANMarch 14, 2026 at 12:23 PM

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Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari accused the Afghan Taliban government of crossing a "red line" with drone attacks on Pakistani civilians on Friday, March 13, 2026. The attacks, which Pakistan claims to have intercepted, resulted in injuries to civilians in Quetta and other areas. This statement follows escalating cross-border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan that began in late February. The Afghan Taliban government accused Pakistan of conducting airstrikes in Kabul and eastern Afghanistan on the same day, resulting in civilian casualties. China and Turkey have been attempting to mediate a ceasefire between the two countries.

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Lakki Marwat 30% Turkey 35% China 35% Quetta 40% Kabul ×360% Asif Ali Zardari 70% Afghanistan ×380% Afghan Taliban ×485% Pakistan ×690%

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