Kabul declares «no-fly zone» in Pakistan's border areas - what is known
Afghanistan has announced the launch of a so-called «special military operation» in the border areas of Pakistan. This was reported by local media with reference to the country's Ministry of Defence.
Details of the situation
According to the Afghan defence ministry, fighting continues in the provinces of Nangarhar, Nuristan, Kunar, Khost, Paktia and Paktika.
Particularly intense fighting is allegedly taking place in Ghoshta district (Nangarhar province) and Kunar province.
Declarations of control over posts
The Afghan Ministry of Defence said that Afghan forces had allegedly taken control of eight Pakistani border posts.
There is no independent confirmation of this information from Pakistan or international sources at the time of publication.
Context.
Tensions on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border periodically rise due to mutual accusations of border violations and support for militant groups.
The situation could have wider security implications for the South Asian region if it escalates further.
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