Pakistan Launches Air Strikes in Afghanistan Over Drone Attacks
On September 24, 2026, Pakistan conducted air strikes in Afghanistan in response to drone attacks originating from the country. The strikes targeted areas identified as 'terrorist sanctuaries' and were claimed to have destroyed a drone before it reached its target. The conflict escalated tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Where Sources Diverge
Bangkok Post and Reuters refer to the strikes as targeting 'terrorist sanctuaries', while other sources focus on the drone attacks as the immediate cause.
Pakistan strikes ‘terrorist sanctuaries’ in Afghanistan
Pakistan says it launched air strikes on Afghanistan over drone attacks
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Pakistan has claimed that it destroyed the drone identified as coming from Afghanistan before it could reach its target.
Pakistan says it launched strikes on Afghanistan over drone attacks - International - World english.ahram.org.eg
Pakistan says it launched air strikes on Afghanistan over drone attacks Reuters
Pakistan strikes ‘terrorist sanctuaries’ in Afghanistan bangkokpost.com
Pakistan strikes ‘terrorist sanctuaries’ in Afghanistan Bangkok Post