The Ministry of Defense of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) reported 25 clashes with Pakistani forces over the past 24 hours, resulting in heavy casualties and widespread damage on both sides.

Enayatullah Khowarzmi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, told a press conference Tuesday that four Pakistani soldiers were killed and 13 military posts destroyed during the latest confrontations.

Since the start of operations against Pakistan, Khowarzmi claimed, Afghan forces have inflicted 150 Pakistani fatalities, wounded over 200 soldiers, and seized 40 military posts.

“War has never been our first option, but anyone who sets eyes on Afghan soil with ill intent has been met with a firm response,” Khowarzmi said. He added that Afghanistan would not allow its territory to be used for aggression against other nations.

The toll on Afghan forces, he said, includes 28 soldiers killed and 42 wounded, while three Pakistani drones have been shot down during the same period.

Deputy spokesperson Hamdullah Fitrat reported that the clashes have also caused severe civilian casualties, with 110 killed and 130 injured, mostly women and children.

Fitrat warned that the IEA does not seek war but is prepared to take further action if Pakistani incursions continue.

He added that the Pakistani embassy in Kabul is currently under IEA control and could be closed if hostilities persist.

Fitrat also described extensive material damage from the attacks, including 37 homes fully destroyed, 216 partially damaged houses, 12 shops, 19 mosques, a clinic, and a school. The clashes have displaced more than 8,000 civilians.

Prominent Indian Islamic scholar Salman Nadwi has weighed in on the recent tensions and clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan, releasing a 13-minute video statement outlining his views on the unfolding political and military developments.

In the video, published on his official YouTube channel, Nadwi criticized Pakistan’s current military establishment, describing it as “oppressive” and “unjust.”

He alleged that the country’s armed forces prioritize foreign interests over the welfare of their own population.

Addressing the situation in Afghanistan, Nadwi said the country’s authorities are acting to defend their territory and governance system.

He characterized resistance to what he termed “military aggression” as legitimate from his perspective.

The cleric also questioned the positions taken by several Pakistani religious scholars and political figures, urging them to reconsider their stance on the escalating tensions.

He expressed disappointment over what he described as silence or insufficient responses from some influential voices within Pakistan.

Concluding his remarks, Nadwi called on Muslims to carefully assess the situation and to take what he described as a principled stand against injustice and external influence.

His comments come at a time of heightened friction between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

The Bayat Foundation remains committed to its annual Ramadan assistance campaign, this time distributing food packages to dozens of needy families in Laghman province as part of its nationwide humanitarian efforts.

Foundation officials said the aid — including flour, rice, and cooking oil — was delivered to families in Mehtarlam city after a transparent survey was conducted in coordination with local authorities.

The initiative aims to ease the burden on households struggling with poverty and unemployment during the holy month of Ramadan.

Afghanistan remains in the grip of a prolonged economic and humanitarian crisis, with many families lacking steady income and relying on seasonal or daily labor. In provinces such as Laghman, where job opportunities are limited, food assistance during Ramadan can make a critical difference.

Haji Mohammad Ismail, Deputy of the Bayat Foundation, said the program reflects the organization’s long-standing commitment to supporting vulnerable communities.

“Continuing the Bayat Foundation’s Ramadan aid program, which takes place annually, we visited Mehtarlam city in Laghman province today to distribute assistance to deserving families identified through our survey. The aid includes flour, rice, and oil, and this distribution will continue in other provinces as well as in Kabul.”

Ataullah Sahel, a representative of the foundation, added that this year’s Ramadan campaign began in Laghman.

“Alhamdulillah, hundreds of deserving families were selected transparently in coordination with local authorities,” he said.

Local officials welcomed the assistance. Khalil-ur-Rahman Siddiqi, a representative of Laghman’s Department of Economy, thanked the foundation for its support.

“We are very thankful for today’s support from the Bayat Foundation. The families who received aid were truly deserving and had previously approached our office with requests. We hope the foundation continues its support to help more poor families in Laghman,” he said.

Beneficiaries expressed gratitude, saying the food packages arrived at a time of urgent need.

Navid Ahmad, one of the recipients, said: “We have no money. We thank the Bayat Foundation for helping us.”

Khadija, another beneficiary, added: “We are very poor. May God accept their assistance during this holy month of Ramadan.”

Founded by Afghan businessman and philanthropist Dr Ehsanullah Bayat, the Bayat Foundation has spent more than a decade supporting communities across Afghanistan.

In addition to its annual Ramadan food drives, the organization has provided emergency relief to victims of natural disasters and contributed to development projects in healthcare, education, and community infrastructure.

Foundation officials say the Ramadan assistance program will continue in other provinces in the coming weeks, with the goal of reaching hundreds more families in need.