Pakistan has launched major airstrikes on Afghan cities, including Kabul, after its defense minister declared a state of “open war” following months of border tension. Islamabad accuses the Taliban of harboring militants, exporting terrorism, and aligning with India, while Kabul denies supporting attacks inside Pakistan. Multiple ceasefire attempts and mediation efforts have failed, and both sides report heavy casualties amid escalating violence and recent suicide bombings. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s crackdown on undocumented migrants has pushed millions many long settled in Pakistan back into Afghanistan, adding to the regional instability.
Date: February 27, 2026. Source: euronews.com