JOURNAL ARTICLE

Pakistan and Afghanistan fight over insurgency.

  • Published In: TIME Magazine, 2026, v. 207, n. 9/10. P. 7 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: JEYARETNAM, MIRANDA 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the escalation of conflict between Pakistan and Taliban-led Afghanistan following the breakdown of a cease-fire established in October. Pakistan's Defense Minister declared "open war" after cross-border attacks intensified, with Pakistan targeting militant camps in Afghan cities such as Kabul and Kandahar, while Afghanistan launched attacks on Pakistani border troops. The two countries share a complex history involving accusations of harboring militants, and recent violence has contributed to Pakistan experiencing its deadliest year in over a decade. Casualty reports differ significantly, with Pakistan claiming heavy Taliban losses and Afghanistan denying casualties but reporting civilian deaths from Pakistani strikes. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:TIME Magazine. 2026/03, Vol. 207, Issue 9/10, p7
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Communication and Mass Media
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0040-781X
  • Accession Number:192236959
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