Published: Feb 22, 2026, 19:45 IST | Updated: Feb 22, 2026, 19:45 IST
Afghanistan has submitted a formal letter of protest to Pakistan over recent cross-border actions, warning that it reserves the right to respond. Authorities in Kabul condemned the alleged strikes and civilian casualties, calling the move a violation of sovereignty and territorial integrity. The development has further strained already tense Afghanistan-Pakistan relations, with officials urging restraint even as security concerns and diplomatic tensions escalate along the border.