Pakistani fighter jets and drones conducted airstrikes targeting at least four locations in Kabul's Taimani area, including a school, between 11:37 AM and 12:37 PM UTC on October 15th, 2025. Simultaneously, Pakistan Air Force struck multiple Taliban headquarters in Spin Boldak, Kandahar, and precision strikes hit battalion number 4 and border brigade number 6. These actions are reportedly in retaliation for Afghan Taliban provocations. Conflicting reports emerged regarding an explosion in Kabul, with the Afghan Taliban, through spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, claiming it was caused by a fuel tanker explosion. However, other sources, including Aamaj News, stated that Pakistani drones were responsible for the blast. Images showed an explosion and fire in Kabul, with the extent of damage and casualties remaining unclear. In Kandahar, Pakistani forces struck Taliban headquarters in Spin Boldak, and precision strikes targeted battalion number 4 and border brigade number 6, according to multiple sources. One report stated these actions were part of Pakistan's ongoing retaliation following Taliban regime provocations. The previous report indicated Pakistani airstrikes and drone strikes targeting Taliban military camps in Kandahar's Spin Boldak district, with Afghan media reporting at least 15 civilian deaths. Previous reports from earlier in the day detailed intensified clashes along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, including Pakistani artillery and drone strikes in Shorabak district, Kandahar, and heavy artillery engagements in the Chaman sector. A new front was also reported to have opened in Paktika Province. Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif was expected to make a major announcement regarding the ongoing conflict.
