Afghan Taliban reportedly target Pakistani jets over Kabul
Deutsche Welle
March 2, 2026
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The Afghan Taliban have reportedly targeted Pakistani jets near Kabul, sparking intense explosions and gunfire in the city. This escalation comes amid ongoing cross-border fighting between the two nations, which has now entered its fourth day. The conflict has raised concerns about a prolonged conflict, with both sides accusing each other of targeting civilians and militants. On Sunday morning, residents of Kabul heard loud blasts followed by bursts of gunfire, though the extent of casualties remains unclear.
The Taliban's发言人 claimed that air defense attacks were launched in Kabul to counter Pakistani aircraft. Pakistan acknowledges its military operations in Afghan cities like Kabul and Kandahar, with a focus on areas linked to Taliban leadership. Witnesses reported airstrikes near Bagram airbase,
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Originally published on Deutsche Welle on 3/2/2026