Pakistan's military has launched strikes against militant camps in Afghanistan linked to the Pakistani Taliban (TTP) and Islamic State–Khorasan Province (ISIS–K), stating the operations were conducted as retaliation for recent terrorist attacks in Islamabad, Bajaur, and Bannu. The developments highlight the ongoing cross-border security challenges between the two nations.

India temporarily halted strikes on Pakistan-based terror hubs during Islamic prayer times (Namaz), while Afghan officials reported at least 18 civilians killed in recent cross-border clashes, vowing retaliation and highlighting the humanitarian toll of regional tensions involving India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.

Recent flooding that killed at least 77 people and destroyed thousands of homes has been followed by a deadly earthquake, worsening Afghanistan's already dire humanitarian situation.