Afghan Taliban launch strikes on border with Pakistan as tensions escalate
BBC News·June 30, 2026
The Afghan Taliban have launched strikes on the border with Pakistan, escalating tensions between the two countries. Pakistan's military has responded by shooting down four rudimentary drones that crossed into its territory. The Pakistani military has warned that it will respond to any further provocation, indicating a potential increase in conflict. Tensions along the border are now at a heightened state of alert.
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