India criticized Pakistan for conducting airstrikes on Afghan territory, resulting in civilian casualties, including women and children. The Ministry of External Affairs expressed concern over the loss of lives during Ramadan and reiterated support for Afghanistan’s sovereignty. India condemned the strikes as an attempt by Pakistan to divert attention from its internal issues.
The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson stated that Pakistan’s actions were aimed at externalizing its internal failures. India reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Afghanistan’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence. The statement came amidst reports of Pakistani airstrikes causing civilian casualties in Afghanistan and raising security concerns.
Afghanistan’s Ministry of National Defence accused Pakistan of carrying out deadly airstrikes in Nangarhar and Paktika provinces, resulting in civilian deaths. The strikes targeted residential areas, including a madrasa, leading to casualties among civilians, including women and children. The Afghan Ministry condemned the attack as a violation of national sovereignty and international law.
The International Human Rights Foundation raised alarm over a Pakistani airstrike in Nangarhar’s Behsud district, resulting in the deaths of 16 family members. The victims, spanning different age groups, suffered casualties in the attack. The rights body called for an independent international investigation into the airstrike and demanded accountability for those responsible.
