Four Pakistani Military Bases Seized In Cross-Border Clashes: Defense Ministry

2026-03-01 05:01:09

(MENAFN- Khaama Press) Four Pakistani military bases were reportedly seized during heavy cross-border fighting, according to official claims released Sunday.

Afghanistan's Taliban defense ministry has claimed that its forces captured four Pakistani military bases following retaliatory attacks against Pakistani troops. The statement was issued Sunday by Taliban defense spokesperson Enayatullah Khwarazmi.

According to the ministry, 32 Pakistani soldiers were killed during the operation, reportedly through the use of landmines. The Taliban also claimed to have shot down two Pakistani drones during the clashes.

The reported attacks allegedly took place in Nangarhar, Khost, Kandahar, and Paktia provinces. Pakistani security officials have not yet commented on the claims.

The Taliban further confirmed that Pakistani aircraft conducted patrol flights over Kabul overnight. Local sources also reported explosions and gunfire in parts of the capital.

Additional reports suggest that Pakistani aircraft bombed Bagram Airfield during the night, though independent verification of these claims remains limited.

Tensions between the Taliban-led Afghan authorities and Pakistan have escalated in recent months, with both sides accusing each other of cross-border attacks and harboring militant groups.

Unverified videos circulating on social media appear to show flashes and aircraft activity over Kabul, but official confirmation from Pakistani authorities is still pending.

MENAFN01032026000228011069ID1110804874

Legal Disclaimer:
MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.