Pakistan-Afghanistan Border Conflict Escalates: 15 Pakistani Soldiers Killed in Taliban Retaliation After Kabul Airstrikes

Oct 12, 2025 01:55 pm CST

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have escalated dramatically following Pakistani airstrikes in Afghan territory, including Kabul. Taliban forces have retaliated by attacking Pakistani military posts along the border, resulting in 15 Pakistani soldiers killed in Helmand province. The conflict centers around Pakistan's accusations that Afghanistan is harboring Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants, while Afghanistan condemns Pakistan for violating its sovereignty.