Pakistan ‘strongly’ rejects claim it struck Kabul hospital

Al JazeeraFiled 2026-03-17 · 23:57 GMTOutlet · State media · QatarRead · 1 min

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On March 17, 2026, Pakistan's Minister for Information stated that Pakistan "strongly" rejects claims made by the Afghan Taliban and the United Nations that it was responsible for an air strike on a hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan. The alleged strike reportedly resulted in the deaths of at least 400 people. Pakistan denies any involvement in the incident. The Minister conveyed Pakistan's stance to Al Jazeera, refuting the accusations of responsibility for the attack. The reason for the accusation is not stated in the provided text.

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Pakistan's Minister for Information told Al Jazeera his country 'strongly' rejects the claim.

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An Afghan Taliban and United Nations claim that Pakistan was responsible for an air strike on a Kabul hospital.

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The air strike on a Kabul hospital has left at least 400 people dead.

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Pakistan ‘strongly’ rejects claim it struck Kabul hospitalNewsFeedPakistan’s Minister for Information told Al Jazeera his country “strongly” rejects an Afghan Taliban and United Nations claim that Pakistan was responsible for an air strike on a Kabul hospital that has left at least 400 people dead.Published On 17 Mar 2026

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