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27,000 Afghan Families Displaced by Pakistan Attacks, Taliban Says

Afghanistan's Economy Minister stated that Pakistani military attacks have displaced over 27,000 families across nine provinces. The displaced lack basic necessities like food, shelter, and healthcare, creating a severe humanitarian situation. The Taliban has called on UN agencies and international organizations to provide emergency assistance. UNICEF's representative in Afghanistan emphasized the need for peaceful solutions and committed to supporting the affected populations.

Key Points: Afghan Families Displaced by Pakistan Military Attacks

  • 27,344 families displaced in 9 provinces
  • Attacks caused civilian casualties and infrastructure damage
  • Taliban urges UN for humanitarian aid
  • Tensions high between Kabul and Islamabad
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Over 27,000 Afghan families displaced due to Pakistan's attacks: Taliban

Taliban reports over 27,000 families displaced due to Pakistan's military actions, citing a humanitarian crisis and civilian casualties.

"Pakistan has carried out hostile actions against Afghanistan - Qari Din Mohammad Hanif"

Kabul, April 2

Afghanistan's Minister of Economy, Qari Din Mohammad Hanif said on Thursday that more than 27,000 Afghan families across nine provinces have been displaced due to attacks carried out by Pakistan's military, local media reported.

During a coordination meeting with officials from the United Nations agencies and national and international organisations on Thursday, Hanif said that Pakistan has carried out hostile actions against Afghanistan in recent months, Afghanistan-based Pajhwok Afghan News reported. He further said that at least 27,344 families have been displaced in Nuristan, Zabul, Paktia, Khost, Paktika, Kunar, Nangarhar, Laghman and Kandahar provinces of the country.

Hanif noted that many of these families are currently residing without access to basic necessities, including adequate food, clothing, shelter and healthcare. He mentioned that Taliban has taken measures to address the economic and livelihood challenges faced by displaced people of Afghanistan. However, he urged UN agencies and partner organisation to provide humanitarian assistance.

He said that use of heavy weaponry in residential areas has caused civilian casualties and displacement of hundreds of families. He termed these actions a serious humanitarian violation and against Islamic principles.

Hanif made these remarks during a meeting convened by Afghanistan's Ministry of Economy. Titled 'Coordination on Mobilizing Emergency Assistance from United Nations Agencies and National and International Non-Governmental Organizations for Internally Displaced Persons Affected by Recent Bombardments', the meeting on Thursday saw participation of representatives from various domestic and international organisations.

UNICEF head in Afghanistan, Tajuddin Oyewale, stressed the need for both nations to pursue peaceful solutions. He mentioned that infrastructure damage, including impacts on at least 10 health facilities have occurred in addition to displacement. He expressed UNICEF's commitment to supporting displaced people in Afghanistan and expressed hope that Afghan authorities would facilitate access to remote areas to enable effective aid delivery, Pajhwok Afghan News reported.

Tensions have escalated tremendously between Kabul and Islamabad over the past few months due to the Pakistani airstrikes and artillery fire which has resulted in the deaths of dozens of people in war-torn Afghanistan.

On March 29, one person was killed and 16 others were injured after Pakistani forces launched rocket and heavy weapon attacks on residential areas in Afghanistan's Kunar province, officials said. The shelling hit areas near Asadabad and nearby homes.

- IANS

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Priya S
The humanitarian crisis is the real story here. No food, shelter, or healthcare for displaced families? This is unacceptable. While the Taliban is asking for help, I hope the UN agencies can actually reach these remote areas. The focus must be on saving lives, not politics.
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Rohit P
A very complex situation. Pakistan claims it's targeting militants, but shelling residential areas is never justified. It only creates more refugees and instability in the region. India has a stake in a stable Afghanistan, so we should support humanitarian efforts, even if engaging with the Taliban is tricky.
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Sarah B
The damage to 10 health facilities is particularly devastating. Where will the sick and injured go now? UNICEF is right to call for peaceful solutions. Both sides need to de-escalate for the sake of ordinary Afghans who have suffered through decades of war.
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Vikram M
While Pakistan's actions are condemnable, let's also be realistic. The Taliban regime itself has created conditions that isolate Afghanistan. Their policies make coordinated international aid delivery very difficult. The minister's appeal for help is necessary, but the authorities must also create a conducive environment for it.
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Kavya N
So many families from Kandahar to Kunar... this will have a long-term impact. Children out of school, livelihoods destroyed. It's a recipe for more extremism. The international community cannot afford to look away. Hope aid reaches them before the monsoon.

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