Pakistan launched airstrikes in Afghanistan early Wednesday, killing 13 civilians, including 11 children, according to Afghan officials. Pakistan says it targeted militant hideouts.
- The strikes hit Khost, Kunar, and Paktika provinces. - Pakistan claims 26 militants were killed; Afghanistan reports 13 civilian deaths.
- The attacks follow a militant assault on a Pakistani security post that killed six personnel. - Months of cross-border fighting have failed to produce a truce despite international mediation.
The conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan continues to escalate, with both sides accusing each other of harboring militants. The border has been closed since October, disrupting trade and stranding thousands.