Iran's Provocative Airstrikes on Pakistan Spark Diplomatic Tensions

Iran launched a missile strike targeting a militant group in western Pakistan, killing two children and injuring three others, prompting Pakistan to condemn the attack as "illegal" and warn of "serious consequences". Iran's foreign minister insisted that only members of the militant group were targeted and assured respect for Pakistan's sovereignty. The strike comes amid growing tension in the Middle East, with Iran's actions prompting a diplomatic crisis between the two neighboring countries. The attack is seen as a dramatic escalation in the delicate but cordial relationship between Pakistan and Iran, both of which have accused each other of harboring militant groups that carry out attacks in their border areas.