Latest news in Afghanistan? September 25th, 2026
25-09-2026
The latest developments in Afghanistan center on a sharp military escalation with Pakistan, alongside regional diplomatic and humanitarian updates:
AP NewsPakistani Airstrikes Across Multiple Provinces: Pakistan conducted air and drone strikes against 10 locations inside Afghanistan, including Kandahar, Paktia, and Khost. The strike on Kandahar was particularly notable as it targeted the political and spiritual stronghold of Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada.
AP News+ 1Cross-Border Attacks and Clashes: Islamabad stated the operation was a calibrated response after Afghan forces launched eight drones and fired artillery into Pakistani border territory. The Taliban government strongly condemned the strikes as a violation of Afghan sovereignty, reported civilian casualties, and stated it would determine the timing and nature of any retaliatory action.
AP News+ 1Diplomatic and International Reactions: At the United Nations, international representatives and sideline meetings addressed rising border volatility, counter-terrorism concerns regarding the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), and continuing restrictions on Afghan women and girls.
Economic and Humanitarian Conditions: Relief and market agencies reported ongoing food insecurity and purchasing power strain across Afghan households, driven by elevated prices for basic staples such as wheat flour and cooking oil despite relatively steady market supplies.
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