On Tuesday, multiple explosions were reported in Kabul, Afghanistan, accompanied by sounds of gunfire and anti-aircraft fire amid escalating clashes at the border with Pakistan. The Afghan Ministry of Defense confirmed that 'the battles are still ongoing' against Pakistani forces, indicating a severe intensification of conflict in the region. The situation has led to rising fears regarding civilian safety and regional stability.

In addition to Kabul, reports surfaced from Jalalabad, where various types of weapon fire were also heard, pinpointing the extent of the violence spreading across the country. Locals in Torkham, the nearest border crossing approximately 50 kilometers from Jalalabad, indicated that the conflict has persisted for several days, igniting tensions further. The cross-border clashes began last Thursday when Afghanistan initiated operations following Pakistani airstrikes.

The Afghan government has reported at least 39 civilian deaths, including three children, since the onset of these confrontations, while Pakistan has not provided any casualty figures. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan reported that at least 42 civilians were killed and over 100 injured in the clashes between February 26 and March 2, highlighting the serious humanitarian implications and the urgent need for conflict resolution in the area.