Key facts
- Pakistan conducted airstrikes and ground operations along the Afghanistan border.
- The operations targeted militants blamed for an attack in Karachi.
- At least 29 militants were killed.
- Afghan officials report dozens of civilian deaths.
- Some sources indicate 36 civilian deaths.
- Some sources indicate 160 civilians injured.
- The Afghan Taliban condemned Pakistan's actions.
Pakistan has conducted airstrikes and ground operations along its border with Afghanistan, targeting militants it holds responsible for a recent attack in Karachi. Initial reports indicate that at least 29 militants were killed in the operations. However, Afghan officials have stated that the strikes resulted in significant civilian casualties. Some reports suggest that as many as 36 civilians were killed and 160 others injured. The Afghan Taliban has condemned Pakistan's actions, characterizing them as an aggressive move. The Pakistani government has not yet released an official statement regarding the civilian casualties.