UN Confirms 13 Afghan Civilians Killed in Pakistan Border Airstrikes, Mostly Women and Children

An airstrike on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border has resulted in civilian deaths. The United Nations reported that 13 Afghan civilians were killed. Pakistan said the strikes were aimed at militant camps in the area. The Taliban government provided details of the casualties. According to the Taliban, most of the victims were women and children. The UN confirmed the Taliban’s account of the civilian toll. The incident raises concerns over cross‑border military actions. International observers may call for investigations into compliance with humanitarian law.