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The ferocious overnight skirmishes completely altered the dynamics on the ground. Afghan fighters launched vigorous attacks across various border segments, exerting immense pressure on Pakistani posts. The sound of heavy artillery exchanges filled the air, pushing border tensions to an extreme.
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Pakistan claimed to have retaliated, yet appeared less impactful against Afghan forces' strategies. Pakistani officials stated they had neutralized several fighters, but Afghanistan's claim overshadowed on-ground realities.
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Afghanistan asserted their counterattacks inflicted significant damage on Pakistani soldiers with several fatalities. Following the overnight operations, Taliban commanders declared targeting strategic military bases.
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With large discrepancies in the claims of both nations, the actual casualties remain unclear. Restricted media access and security limitations in affected areas make it difficult to ascertain the true numbers on the ground.
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Explosions and aircraft noises echoed through Kabul overnight, instilling fear among the residents. Bright lights and explosions lit up the sky across multiple regions. The Taliban accused Pakistan of conducting aerial strikes, a claim met with silence from the Pakistani side.
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Large discrepancies in the claims of both nations still cloud the real picture of casualties. Limited media access and safety restrictions in impacted areas hinder accurate determination of ground realities.
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These images depict Pakistani soldiers patrolling near the Chaman Pakistan-Afghanistan border crossing on Friday. Taliban spokespersons claimed their overnight operations led to capturing various Pakistani posts and territories. They alleged that, in some areas, Pakistani troops retreated from their positions.
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The Afghan Ministry of Defense stated that Pakistani actions previously led to the deaths of women and children, necessitating a response. This retaliatory operation was coordinated to target key installations in border areas.