There are reports from Afghanistan indicate that airstrikes have occurred in the Khost and Paktika provinces, adjacent to Pakistan’s North and South Waziristan tribal districts. According to a senior source speaking to the Khorasan Diary, the strikes targeted two specific locations: Laman in Paktika province and Pasa Mella in Khost province.
Background of the Conflict
The relationship between Pakistan and Afghanistan has been historically complex, characterized by political tensions, border disputes, and cross-border militancy. Both countries have struggled with insurgencies, with the Taliban gaining significant influence in parts of Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Recent Airstrikes by Pakistan Air Force
In a bold move, the Pakistan Air Force launched airstrikes on Pakistani Taliban positions inside Afghanistan. These strikes targeted areas in the Khost and Paktika provinces, reportedly aiming at locations associated with Commander Abdullah Shah, a prominent Taliban figure.
