Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict LIVE: Loud explosions rock Afghan capital Kabul

Afghanistan's military corps in the east said in a statement that “heavy clashes” had begun Thursday night “in response to the recent airstrikes carried out by Pakistani forces" in eastern Afghanistan.

26 Feb, 22:42 — 27 Feb, 00:54

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Why this matters

The conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan, particularly involving cross-border attacks and retaliatory airstrikes, signifies a dangerous escalation in regional tensions. This story highlights the volatile security situation and the potential for wider instability, impacting diplomatic relations and civilian lives.

Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 9 sources cover this story

Most sources report loud explosions in Kabul following Pakistani airstrikes, which were largely presented as retaliation for prior Afghan attacks on Pakistani forces. While there is consensus on the occurrence of these events, outlets diverge on specific targets, casualty figures, and the precise sequence of who initiated the broader escalation.

Political spectrum

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iefimerida

hindu

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Outlet rating This story

SourceOutletiGeneral editorial lean of the outletStoryiHow they covered this specific storyTone

aftonbladetcenter-leftcenter-leftneutralreporting Pakistan's claims without elaboration

iefimeridacenter-leftcenter-lefturgentreporting explosion and Taliban's prior attack

hinducenter-leftcenter-leftneutralhighlighting Afghan military's response to Pakistani strikes

Coverage leans: center-right

The coverage generally leans center-right, with several outlets reporting Pakistan's actions as retaliatory and some (Geo News, Times of India) emphasizing Pakistan's perspective or military success.

What sources agree on

Loud explosions occurred in the Afghan capital, Kabul.
Pakistan conducted airstrikes on Afghan cities, including Kabul.
The Pakistani airstrikes followed attacks by Afghan forces (Taliban) on Pakistani positions.
Pakistan confirmed conducting air attacks against Afghanistan.

Where they diverge

Specific targets and outcomes of Pakistani airstrikes

aftonbladetvg

Pakistan attacked Kabul and Kandahar.

geo-news

The PAF destroyed a major Afghan ammunition depot and killed 72 militants.

Who initiated the immediate escalation of conflict

20-minutenvgiefimerida

Afghan Taliban attacked Pakistani positions first, leading to Pakistani retaliation.

hindu

Afghan military corps states 'heavy clashes' began in response to recent Pakistani airstrikes, implying Pakistan initiated.

Key claims4 agreed · 1 unverified

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Loud explosions rocked the Afghan capital, Kabul.

agreed·jerusalem-postiefimeridahindu

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Pakistan conducted airstrikes on Kabul.

agreed·20-minutenaftonbladetvgTimes of India

Coverage gaps

The United Nations' call for de-escalation and concern from Secretary-General Guterres.

Reportednzz

Missingjerusalem-post20-minutenaftonbladet+5

Pakistan releasing video footage of the overnight airstrikes on Kabul.

ReportedTimes of India

Missingjerusalem-post20-minutenaftonbladet+5

Perspective Analysis

Comparing sources…

Story evolution

The narrative quickly shifted from initial reports of explosions in Kabul to Pakistan confirming retaliatory airstrikes, then to specific claims of military success and international calls for de-escalation.

Initial Afghan AttacksFeb 26 evening

Afghan Taliban forces reportedly attacked Pakistani positions, escalating border tensions.

Pakistani Retaliatory AirstrikesFeb 26 late evening

Pakistan launched airstrikes on Kabul and Kandahar in response to the earlier Afghan attacks.

Explosions and Aftermath in KabulFeb 26 late evening - Feb 27 early morning

Loud explosions were heard in Kabul following the airstrikes, accompanied by reports of jets and gunfire.

International Reaction and ClaimsFeb 26 late evening - Feb 27 early morning

The UN called for de-escalation, while Pakistan claimed significant military success from its operations.

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

aftonbladet

Pakistan: Attackerat Afghanistan

Center

20-minuten

Pakistanische Luftwaffe greift Kabul an

PAF enters arena, destroys major Afghan ammunition depot; 72 militants killed - Geo News

Right-leaning

jerusalem-post

Explosions heard in Kabul following Afghanistan-Pakistan border clashes - AFP

nzz

Uno fordert Deeskalation: Afghanistan und Pakistan sollen Konflikt diplomatisch lösen

Key entities

Afghanistancountry involved in conflict Pakistancountry involved in conflict KabulAfghan capital targeted by airstrikes KandaharAfghan city targeted by airstrikes Talibande facto government of Afghanistan, involved in attacks Pakistan Air Force (PAF)conducted airstrikes UN Secretary-General Guterrescalled for de-escalation

Coverage Timeline

First report: geo-news · 26 Feb, 22:42|Full coverage: All 9 sources within 2h|Window: 2h

Left-leaningCenterRight-leaning

geo-news26 Feb, 22:42First to report

PAF enters arena, destroys major Afghan ammunition depot; 72 militants killed - Geo News

Times of India26 Feb, 22:52

Watch: Pakistan releases video of overnight airstrikes on Kabul

hindu26 Feb, 23:08

Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict LIVE: Loud explosions rock Afghan capital Kabul

iefimerida26 Feb, 23:10

Αφγανιστάν: Ισχυρή έκρηξη στην πρωτεύουσα Καμπούλ

nzz26 Feb, 23:13

Uno fordert Deeskalation: Afghanistan und Pakistan sollen Konflikt diplomatisch lösen

vg26 Feb, 23:50

Pakistan bekrefter luftangrep mot Afghanistans hovedstad Kabul og Kandahar

aftonbladet26 Feb, 23:54

Pakistan: Attackerat Afghanistan

20-minuten26 Feb, 23:57

Pakistanische Luftwaffe greift Kabul an

jerusalem-post27 Feb, 00:54Latest update

Explosions heard in Kabul following Afghanistan-Pakistan border clashes - AFP

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jerusalem-postjust now

Explosions heard in Kabul following Afghanistan-Pakistan border clashes - AFP

According to the AFP report, the explosion came after at least one jet was heard flying over the city and was followed by sounds of gunfire.

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20-minuten26m ago

Pakistanische Luftwaffe greift Kabul an

Am Abend greifen die afghanischen Taliban Stellungen der pakistanischen Nachbarn an. Das pakistanische Militär feuert zurück und greift Kabul aus der Luft an.

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aftonbladet29m ago

Pakistan: Attackerat Afghanistan

Pakistan uppger att landet attackerat städerna Kabul och Kandahar i Afghanistan.

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vg33m ago

Pakistan bekrefter luftangrep mot Afghanistans hovedstad Kabul og Kandahar

Pakistan bekrefter luftangrep mot Afghanistans hovedstad Kabul og mot byen Kandahar etter at afghanske styrker hadde angrepet pakistanske styrker.

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nzz1h ago

Uno fordert Deeskalation: Afghanistan und Pakistan sollen Konflikt diplomatisch lösen

Der Konflikt zwischen Pakistan und Afghanistan weitet sich aus. Uno-Generalsekretär Guterres ist besorgt und mahnt zur Besonnenheit.

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iefimerida1h ago

Αφγανιστάν: Ισχυρή έκρηξη στην πρωτεύουσα Καμπούλ

Ισχυρή έκρηξη συντάραξε την Καμπούλ στο Αφγανιστάν τα ξημερώματα. Η έκρηξη έγινε μερικές ώρες αφού η de facto κυβέρνηση των Ταλιμπάν ανακοίνωσε πως εξαπέλυσε επίθεση εναντίον δυνάμεων του Πακιστάν στα σύνορα των δυο χωρών της νοτιοανατολικής Ασίας, μετέδωσαν δημοσιογράφοι του Γαλλικού Πρακτορείου παρόντες στην πρωτεύουσα του Αφγανιστάν. Η εκπυρσοκρότηση αυτή ακούστηκε αμέσως μετά το πέρασμα τουλάχιστον ενός μαχητικού αεροσκάφους πάνω από την πόλη κι ακολουθήθηκε από πυρά, σύμφωνα με την ομάδα...

By NEWSROOM IEFIMERIDA.GR

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hindu1h ago

Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict LIVE: Loud explosions rock Afghan capital Kabul

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Times of India1h ago

Watch: Pakistan releases video of overnight airstrikes on Kabul

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geo-news1h ago

PAF enters arena, destroys major Afghan ammunition depot; 72 militants killed - Geo News

PAF enters arena, destroys major Afghan ammunition depot; 72 militants killed Geo News

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Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict LIVE: Loud explosions rock Afghan capital Kabul

Why this matters

Perspective Analysis

Political spectrum

What sources agree on

Where they diverge

Key claims4 agreed · 1 unverified

Coverage gaps

Perspective Analysis

Story evolution

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

Pakistan: Attackerat Afghanistan

Center

Pakistanische Luftwaffe greift Kabul an

Pakistan bekrefter luftangrep mot Afghanistans hovedstad Kabul og Kandahar

Αφγανιστάν: Ισχυρή έκρηξη στην πρωτεύουσα Καμπούλ

Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict LIVE: Loud explosions rock Afghan capital Kabul

Watch: Pakistan releases video of overnight airstrikes on Kabul

PAF enters arena, destroys major Afghan ammunition depot; 72 militants killed - Geo News

Right-leaning

Explosions heard in Kabul following Afghanistan-Pakistan border clashes - AFP

Uno fordert Deeskalation: Afghanistan und Pakistan sollen Konflikt diplomatisch lösen

Key entities

Coverage Timeline

PAF enters arena, destroys major Afghan ammunition depot; 72 militants killed - Geo News

Watch: Pakistan releases video of overnight airstrikes on Kabul

Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict LIVE: Loud explosions rock Afghan capital Kabul

Αφγανιστάν: Ισχυρή έκρηξη στην πρωτεύουσα Καμπούλ

Uno fordert Deeskalation: Afghanistan und Pakistan sollen Konflikt diplomatisch lösen

Pakistan bekrefter luftangrep mot Afghanistans hovedstad Kabul og Kandahar

Pakistan: Attackerat Afghanistan

Pakistanische Luftwaffe greift Kabul an

Explosions heard in Kabul following Afghanistan-Pakistan border clashes - AFP

Read at source (9 outlets)

Explosions heard in Kabul following Afghanistan-Pakistan border clashes - AFP

Pakistanische Luftwaffe greift Kabul an

Pakistan: Attackerat Afghanistan

Pakistan bekrefter luftangrep mot Afghanistans hovedstad Kabul og Kandahar

Uno fordert Deeskalation: Afghanistan und Pakistan sollen Konflikt diplomatisch lösen

Αφγανιστάν: Ισχυρή έκρηξη στην πρωτεύουσα Καμπούλ

Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict LIVE: Loud explosions rock Afghan capital Kabul

Watch: Pakistan releases video of overnight airstrikes on Kabul

PAF enters arena, destroys major Afghan ammunition depot; 72 militants killed - Geo News

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