Pakistani military attacked Kandahar, no damage - Afghan authorities
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Pakistan's military attacked the city of Kandahar in southern Afghanistan, causing no damage despite an audible explosion, according to Afghan authorities.
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Why It Matters
Pakistan and Afghanistan have historically tense relations due to border disputes and accusations of supporting militants.
MOSCOW, September 24 - RIA Novosti. The Pakistani military carried out an attack on the city of Kandahar in southern Afghanistan, the Afghan authorities say there was no damage, the Tolonews portal reports, citing the representative of the Afghan authorities, Zabihullah Mujahid.
A representative of the Afghan authorities told the portal that there was no damage as a result of the attack. The portal notes that, despite the strong explosion that was heard in all areas of Kandahar, law enforcement officers assured residents that there was no reason to worry.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Afghanistan may demand an explanation from Pakistan through diplomatic channels
Likely · Within days
International organizations may call for restraint and investigation into the incident
Possible · Within weeks
Open Questions
- Which Pakistani forces were involved in the attack?
- Was this an official military action or a covert operation?
- How will the international community react to the incident?
