Pakistan Launches Airstrike in Eastern Afghanistan
The Pakistani army launched an airstrike in the eastern Afghan province of Paktika. The airstrike claimed the lives of eight individuals and left seven others injured. The move has created a very serious tension between the two bordering nations.
Afghanistan Cricket Board confirms cricketers among victims
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) confirmed that three local cricketers were among the victims. The cricketers' names were given as Kabir Agha, Sibgutullah, and Haroon. They had played a friendly match in Sarna, the Paktika provincial capital, and were on their way back to Urgun when they were hit by the airstrike.
ACB Shares Sadness and Condolences
In a statement, the ACB conveyed profound sadness at the loss of lives. The board indicated the loss of these players was a tragedy for the cricket community in Afghanistan. It sent its condolences to the victims' families and wished the injured civilians speedy recovery.
Afghanistan Pulls Out of Tri-Series to Come
After the attack, the ACB pulled out of next month's T20 tri-series. The series was to feature Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The ACB said that it cannot play in a tournament with Pakistan following this attack.
Regional Tensions Remain High
The airstrikes contribute to the long-standing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The two nations have witnessed recurring cross-border attacks over the past few years. The move by ACB demonstrates the mounting frustration in Afghanistan regarding security and diplomatic concerns.
