Afghanistan: Pakistan Strikes Again in Eastern Province, Causing 19 Deaths and 26 Injuries

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Kabul, February 27 (Reporter Li Ang) - Afghan government deputy spokesman Hamdullah Fitratz stated on social media on the evening of the 27th that the Pakistani military has once again attacked residential areas in Afghanistan's eastern provinces of Khost and Paktika, resulting in at least 19 civilian deaths and 26 injuries. The official said that most of the casualties were women and children.

Classification
Region
South Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Casualties & Losses / Military Operations
Subcategory
Civilian Impact
SALUTE Report
Size
19 dead, 26 injured
Activity
Pakistani military attacked residential areas
Location
Khost Province · Paktika Province
Unit
Pakistani military
Time
February 27
Equipment
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Summary

The Pakistani military attacked residential areas in Khost and Paktika provinces on February 27, resulting in at least 19 civilian deaths and 26 injuries, primarily among women and children.

Key Facts
  • Pakistani military attacked residential areas in Afghanistan.
  • At least 19 civilians were killed and 26 injured.
  • Most casualties were women and children.
  • The attack occurred in Khost and Paktika provinces.
  • The information was reported by an Afghan government spokesperson.