Pakistan defense minister states country is in open conflict with Afghanistan

Pakistan and Afghanistan engaged in cross-border attacks, with both sides claiming significant casualties as tensions escalate. Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif announced an “open war” against the Taliban, accusing them of using Afghanistan as a base for attacks on Pakistan. The violence intensified following Taliban strikes on Pakistani military installations, leading to retaliatory airstrikes by Pakistan on Taliban targets in Afghanistan. The conflict raises concerns about regional stability as terrorist groups seek to exploit the situation.

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