Pakistan strikes terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan

Summary

• The strikes reflect the growing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan over the presence of militant groups operating from Afghan territory.
• Islamabad has repeatedly urged the Afghan Taliban government to dismantle the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) sanctuaries and prevent cross-border attacks.
• The Taliban authorities have also denied allowing Afghan territory to be used for attacks against Pakistan, while Islamabad maintains that militant sanctuaries continue to operate across the border.

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October 2, 2026