Geopolitics
Pakistani warplanes struck the Afghan capital and the Taliban's southern power base overnight, marking the most serious military escalation between the neighbours since the Taliban's return to power in 2021. The United States has since backed Pakistan's "right to defend itself," while
Pakistan
Analysis — as of 12:00 EST, 27 February 2026. This is a fast-moving situation. Most casualty figures and operational claims originate from belligerent governments and have not been independently verified. Confidence levels are noted inline where possible. Pakistan's defence minister has declared his country in "open war&
Geopolitics
Pakistani warplanes struck the Afghan capital and the Taliban's southern power base overnight, marking the most serious military escalation between the neighbours since the Taliban's return to power in 2021. Pakistan, a nuclear-armed state, has declared "open war" on a government it once helped