The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) reported on March 6, 2026, that 56 Afghan civilians, including 24 children, have died since the conflict with Pakistan intensified last week. This violence has led to a total of 185 civilian casualties recorded from February 26 to March 5. The UN's Volker Turk urged both nations to cease hostilities and prioritize humanitarian aid for those affected by the conflict. The fighting has displaced over 115,000 Afghans and 3,000 people in Pakistan, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation.
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UN Reports Civilian Casualties in Afghanistan from Pakistan Strikes
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Recent clashes along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border have resulted in significant civilian casualties, with a UN report confirming 56 Afghan civilians killed, including 24 children, since hostilities escalated on February 26. Over 115,000 people have been displaced due to the ongoing conflict, which has seen both sides engage in airstrikes and artillery fire.
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