Pakistani Airstrikes in Kabul Target TTP Leadership, Noor Wali Mehsud Feared Dead

In a significant development within the Afghanistan-Pakistan security dynamics, Pakistani fighter jets have reportedly launched airstrikes on Kabul, aiming at the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) strongholds. Initial information suggests that the operation may have specifically targeted TTP leader Noor Wali Mehsud, who is suspected to be among the casualties.
Explosions Shake Kabul
Residents in Kabul recounted a chaotic night marked by several explosions in the city’s central and northern regions. Social media updates and local eyewitnesses have confirmed the presence of fighter jets and multiple strikes at various sites.
Although reports indicate damages to civilian homes, Afghan authorities have not yet confirmed any casualties. Taliban spokesperson Zabeehullah Mujahid acknowledged the explosions, stating that investigations are ongoing and adding that no reports of damage have been received so far.
Pakistan Claims Precision Strike
On Pakistani social media, the operation has been portrayed as a precise assault on TTP leadership in Kabul. Posts have suggested that the Pakistan Air Force executed a targeted airstrike against the Taliban in Kabul, emphasizing Pakistan's severe response to Taliban leadership.
Regional Implications
Experts caution that if confirmed, these airstrikes represent a major cross-border escalation, potentially heightening tensions between Pakistan and Taliban-controlled regions in Afghanistan. This might provoke retaliatory attacks, such as suicide bombings within Pakistan, as suggested by Taliban-affiliated sources.
This incident is seemingly the first verified case of Pakistan conducting airstrikes in Kabul, raising concerns about regional stability and civilian safety. The situation remains volatile as Afghan authorities continue to evaluate the impact and assess potential casualties.