Afghanistan air force strikes Pakistani military bases near Islamabad, KPK’s Nowshera: Taliban

The Taliban claimed airstrikes on Pakistani military sites in retaliation for Pakistani attacks on Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia. Pakistan's defense minister declared an "open war" with Afghanistan, accusing the Taliban of aggression and criticizing their human rights record. Iran offered to mediate between Afghanistan and Pakistan to promote dialogue and cooperation.