Afghanistan’s Taliban-led administration has accused Pakistan of carrying out a deadly airstrike on a hospital in Kabul, claiming that hundreds of people were killed in the incident. According to officials, the strike targeted the Omid Addiction Treatment Hospital, a major rehabilitation centre for drug addiction.
Heavy Casualties Reported
Afghan authorities stated that the airstrike occurred around 9 pm on Monday, resulting in the deaths of around 400 people, with nearly 250 others injured. The hospital, which reportedly has a capacity of about 2,000 beds, sustained severe damage in the blast.
Many of the victims were said to be patients undergoing treatment at the facility. Rescue teams were immediately deployed to the site to search for survivors and recover bodies from the debris.
Afghanistan Condemns Attack
Officials from the Taliban government strongly condemned the strike, calling it a “crime against humanity” and a serious violation of international norms. They said the attack represented a breach of Afghanistan’s sovereignty and demanded accountability.
Pakistan Denies Targeting Civilian Site
Responding to the allegations, Pakistani authorities denied deliberately targeting a hospital. Officials stated that the airstrikes were aimed at militant infrastructure and terrorist support facilities, and insisted that the operation was carried out with precision to avoid civilian casualties.
Rising Regional Tensions
The incident has significantly escalated tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, raising concerns over potential instability in the region. Analysts warn that continued cross-border hostilities could further strain diplomatic relations and impact security dynamics in South Asia.
The situation remains fluid, with both sides maintaining conflicting claims about the nature and target of the strike.
