Afghan Taliban confirm 'retaliatory' border attacks on Pakistan

The Afghan Taliban have confirmed carrying out "retaliatory" attacks along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, following accusations that Pakistan had bombed a market inside Afghanistan. The Taliban's defense ministry stated that the attacks were in response to Pakistan's alleged air strikes, which resulted in civilian casualties. However, Pakistan has denied these claims, asserting that the air strikes were conducted by the Afghan forces themselves. The border region between the two countries has been a source of tension, with both sides accusing each other of cross-border attacks and sheltering militant groups. The latest escalation highlights the fragile and volatile situation along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, which remains a major challenge for regional security and stability. The situation underscores the need for constructive dialogue and diplomatic efforts to address the underlying issues and prevent further escalation of tensions between the two neighboring countries.