Key facts
- Pakistan conducted airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan.
- The strikes targeted militants Pakistan blames for a Karachi attack.
- At least 25 people were killed in the initial reports.
- Later reports indicated 36 civilian deaths and 160 injuries.
- Pakistan also sent ground troops into Afghan provinces.
Pakistan conducted airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan, targeting militants it blames for a recent attack in Karachi. Initial reports indicated at least 25 people were killed. However, subsequent reports detailed 36 civilian deaths and 160 injuries, contradicting Pakistan's claim that only militants were casualties. Pakistan also deployed ground troops into Afghan provinces as part of the operation.