Pakistan carried out air strikes on Afghanistan, 15 people died, death toll likely to increase

Kabul. A big news is coming from Afghanistan. Where at least 15 people including women and children have been killed in Pakistan’s air strikes in Barmal district of Paktika Province. This attack by Pakistan took place on the night of 24 December, in which seven villages were targeted. The villages that were targeted in this attack also include Laman village where five members of the same family were killed. According to reports, this attack was carried out by Pakistani jets.

Let us tell you that although Pakistan has not officially confirmed this air strike, but security sources say that this attack was carried out on Taliban hideouts in Afghanistan. It is being told that the number of people killed in this attack is also likely to increase.

Heavy destruction in Barmal village
According to the information, this attack has caused heavy destruction in Murgh Bazar village of Barmal, which has further increased the humanitarian crisis. In the case, local officials say that a large number of civilians have been injured in this attack and there has been damage in the area. The search operation is going on and the death toll is likely to increase.

Statement of Taliban Defense Ministry
In this case, the Defense Ministry of the Taliban has strongly condemned these attacks. The statement issued by the ministry said that it is their legitimate right to protect their land and sovereignty. Along with this, the ministry claimed that Waziristani refugees have also been killed in this attack.

The matter is growing amid allegations and counter-allegations
Now talking about the reason for the attack, this attack has taken place amid increasing tension between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Especially regarding the presence of Taliban terrorists in Pakistan. In the case, Pakistan alleges that the Taliban is sheltering these terrorists in Afghanistan, while the Afghan Taliban denies this allegation.