Tensions between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban have been building for some time, fuelled by the ongoing presence of TTP militants in Afghanistan

While Pakistani officials have not officially confirmed the airstrike, security sources close to the military said that the attack was aimed at Taliban hideouts near the border. Meanwhile, the Taliban govt in Afghanistan has vowed to retaliate.

Kabul: A series of Pakistani airstrikes on the Barmal district of Paktika province in Afghanistan has resulted in the death of at least 15 people,

Security officials say several suspec­ted terrorists killed, wounded.

Tuesday's alleged strikes come on a day when Taliban leaders hosted meetings with high-level Pakistani delegation, marking resumption of such interactions after a yearlong pause due to terrorism allegations

A series of Pakistani airstrikes on the Barmal district of Paktika province in Afghanistan has resulted in the death of at least 15 people, including women and children, with the count expected to rise.