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Afghanistan vows ‘appropriate response’ after Pakistani airstrikes in Kunar, Paktika
The Islamic Emirate spokesperson condemned the reported airstrikes, describing them as a continuation of what he called “crimes” against Afghan civilians.
The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) will deliver an “appropriate response” to recent Pakistani airstrikes in the eastern provinces of Kunar and Paktika, according to its spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid.
In a statement, Mujahid said the airstrikes in Kunar killed three civilians — one woman and two men — and wounded four others, including two women and two men. He said all of the casualties were local residents.
Mujahid also said a residential house and a local shop were struck in Paktika. He said no casualties were reported in the Paktika incident.
The Islamic Emirate spokesperson condemned the reported airstrikes, describing them as a continuation of what he called “crimes” against Afghan civilians.
Mujahid further alleged that Pakistan’s military circle carried out the attacks to divert public attention from security problems inside Pakistan.