Pakistani sources stated that Islamabad again attacked the Afghan territory in an operation that, according to these sources, resulted in the deaths of 36 members of the neighboring nation’s security forces.

Both countries are exchanging accusations regarding responsibility for the start of the hostilities.

The Pakistani army noted that it continues firing using small arms, heavy weapons, and drones to target Afghan positions across the border, and it has captured five border posts.

Zabihullah Mujahid, the chief spokesman for the Afghan government, confirmed that Pakistani forces bombed areas of Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia, but said there were no casualties.

Given the continued clashes on Friday, the governments of nations such as China, Russia, and Iran, as well as United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, urged both sides to de-escalate and resolve the issues through dialogue.

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