1 min readUpdated: Feb 26, 2026 10:31 PM ISTAfghanistan has launched retaliatory offensive operations against Pakistani military positions along the border, Taliban's spokesperson said. (Representational/File Photo)Afghanistan has launched offensive operations against Pakistani military positions along the border, the Taliban’s spokesperson said Thursday night, as retaliation for recent Pakistani airstrikes.“In response to repeated provocations and violations by Pakistani military circles, large-scale offensive operations have been launched against Pakistani military positions and installations along the Durand Line,” Zabihullah Mujahid, spoksperson for the Taliban administration, said in a post on X.وَمَا رَمَيْتَ إِذْ رَمَيْتَ وَلَٰكِنَّ اللَّهَ رَمَىٰ ۚپاکستانی فوجی حلقوں کی جانب سے بار بار سرحدی تجاوز اور سرکشی کے ردِعمل میں، ڈیورنڈ لائن پر پاکستانی فوج کے مراکز اور عسکری تنصیبات پر وسیع پیمانے پر اقدامی کارروائیاں شروع کر دی گئیں۔اللهم انصرالمجاهدین في کل مکان! pic.twitter.com/6IhqSeCpbe— Zabihullah (..ذبـــــیح الله م ) (@Zabehulah_M33) February 26, 2026There was no immediate confirmation from Pakistan and no immediate information on casualties.On Sunday, Pakistan’s military carried out strikes along the border with Afghanistan, saying it had killed at least 70 militants. Afghanistan rejected the claim, saying dozens of civilians had been killed, including women and childrenThis is a developing story, refresh periodically for updates.The Express Global Desk at The Indian Express delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read MoreStay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© The Indian Express Pvt Ltd