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world3 months ago•2 min saved

Tensions Escalate as Pakistan and Afghanistan Face Renewed Violence and Diplomatic Strains

Afghanistan's Taliban government accused Pakistan of conducting drone strikes on Kabul, just before a ceasefire was announced following days of deadly clashes that caused civilian casualties and heightened regional tensions. The conflict, involving cross-border violence and accusations of harboring militants, has led to significant civilian harm and international concern, with a temporary ceasefire offering some hope for de-escalation.

via AP News|

#afghanistan #ceasefire #cross-border-violence

international-conflict1 year ago•3 min saved

"Escalating Cross-Border Violence: Israeli Strikes and Militant Rockets Kill 17 in Lebanon-Israel Conflict"

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed 16 people, while Hezbollah's rockets killed one Israeli man, marking the deadliest day in over five months of fighting along the border. The violence has displaced tens of thousands and raised concerns about further escalation. The Israeli strikes targeted a Lebanese Sunni political and militant organization, the Islamic Group, and two Hezbollah fighters were also killed. The near-daily violence has resulted in casualties on both sides, with international mediators working to prevent an all-out war.

via The Associated Press|

#airstrikes #cross-border-violence #hezbollah

international-news1 year ago•1 min saved

Tensions Escalate as Gunmen Kill Foreign Nationals Near Iran-Pakistan Border

Gunmen in Iran's Sistan-Baluchistan province near the Pakistan border killed nine foreign nationals, following recent cross-border military action between the two countries. The region has been plagued by unrest involving drug-smuggling gangs, Baluchi rebels, and jihadists. The deadly attack comes after Iran launched strikes on "militant targets" in Pakistan, prompting a tit-for-tat exchange that escalated tensions. Despite the recent violence, both countries have announced a decision to de-escalate and resume diplomatic missions.

via FRANCE 24 English|

#border-conflict #cross-border-violence #international-news

conflict2 years ago•1 min saved

Israel and Hezbollah Clash Escalates with Cross-Border Attacks

Israeli shelling targeted southern Lebanese towns in response to a rocket attack by Hezbollah, extending the cross-border violence into a fourth day. Hezbollah claimed to have fired precision missiles at an Israeli position in retaliation for the killing of its members in Israeli shelling earlier in the week. The Israeli military stated that it was attacking Lebanon after one of its northern positions was targeted with anti-tank fire. The recent violence has evoked memories of the 2006 war between Hezbollah and Israel.

via Reuters|

#conflict #cross-border-violence #hezbollah

conflictwar2 years ago•3 min saved

Escalating Tensions: Israel-Hamas Conflict Threatens Regional Stability

Fears of war with Israel are growing in Lebanon as cross-border violence escalates, with three Hezbollah members, an Israeli senior officer, and two Palestinian fighters killed so far. Lebanon, already grappling with a severe economic crisis, is on the brink of conflict, causing residents to remain indoors or flee. Many Lebanese fear the country will not be able to recover from another war, as previous support from Gulf countries has dwindled due to Hezbollah's ties to Iran. However, some frustrated with Lebanon's economic situation believe that things cannot get much worse.

via Al Jazeera English|

#conflictwar #cross-border-violence #economic-crisis