What we know after latest escalation in Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions
Bombings by Pakistan are the most significant development in tensions between the two neighbours - though the physical impact remains unclear.
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Bombings by Pakistan are the most significant development in tensions between the two neighbours - though the physical impact remains unclear.
Pakistan has bombed major Afghan cities, including Kabul, with Islamabad's defense minister declaring an 'open war' as retaliatory attacks escalate.
Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan, including Kabul, with Islamabad's defense minister declaring the neighbors at 'open war' following months of tit-for-tat clashes.
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