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Two Civilians Killed in Afghanistan by Pakistani Shelling

Published March 16, 2026, 08:12
Two Civilians Killed in Afghanistan by Pakistani Shelling

A woman and a child were killed in eastern Afghanistan by Pakistani shelling, bringing the number of civilians killed in clashes with Pakistan to 18 within a week. Afghan authorities accuse Pakistan of shelling areas near the border, while Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of providing shelter to militants. The UN has confirmed the deaths of at least four civilians and warns that continued instability will lead to increased hunger.