Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of shelling Asadabad outskirts, civilians killed
Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of shelling Asadabad outskirts, civilians killed
Afghan officials allege Pakistan's forces fired mortars and heavy weapons on Asadabad's outskirts in Kunar Province, killing and wounding civilians.
Afghanistan's government on Sunday accused Pakistan's military of shelling the outskirts of the eastern city of Asadabad in Kunar Province, saying mortar fire and other heavy weaponry hit rural areas and civilian homes, killing and wounding civilians.
Hamdullah Fitrat, deputy government spokesman, said the strikes were carried out Sunday afternoon and that mortars and other heavy weapons were used to strike the outskirts of Asadabad, raising casualties among local residents.
The Afghan claims come amid mounting cross-border tensions, with no immediate independent confirmation from Pakistani officials. Regional observers caution that information from conflict zones can be hard to verify in real time.
Witnesses and border reports have described civilians seeking safety at nearby crossings as families move away from affected areas, underscoring the civilian toll of cross-border exchanges.
Analysts say incidents like this risk complicating any ongoing discussions on border security and call for restraint, civilian protection, and a clear path toward de-escalation to prevent further loss of life.
