On February 22, 2026, Pakistan conducted airstrikes targeting terrorist camps in Afghanistan, resulting in the deaths of over 80 militants, including members of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the Islamic State-Khorasan Province (ISKP). These strikes were a response to a series of terrorist attacks in Pakistan, including a bombing at an imambargah in Islamabad that killed 32 people. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif had previously warned that Pakistan would take action against Afghanistan if the violence continued, leading to the recent military operations. The Pakistani government maintains that these strikes were necessary due to the Taliban regime's failure to act against terrorist groups operating from Afghan territory, as highlighted by the United Nations' reports on ISKP's presence along the border (Dawn).
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Pakistan Airstrikes On Afghan Camps Kill 80 Ttp Militants
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On Feb 22, 2026, Pakistan's airstrikes in Afghanistan killed 80 militants, escalating tensions after recent terrorist attacks. Afghan officials condemned the strikes, highlighting regional security...
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