Midnight Tensions: Pakistan Strikes Kabul Amid Afghanistan Foreign Minister's India Visit

Pakistan Midnight Airstrikes in Kabul: The capital of Afghanistan was shook with the terrifying explosions as reportedly Pakistan carried out airstrikes targeting Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) positions inside the city. The airstrike report was also confirmed by the Afghan authorities.

Taking to his social media handle, X, the Taliban’s spokesperson, Zabeehullah Mujahid, wrote, “The sound of an explosion was heard in the city of Kabul. However, no one should worry, it is all well and good, the investigation of the incident is underway, no report of any damage has been given so far, it is all well and good.”

Further reports also claimed that in the airstrike Noor Wali Mehsud, the TTP chief may have been targeted. As per reports, he is feared dead.

TTP Leader Refutes Death Rumors, Confirms Presence in Pakistan

Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) chief Mufti Noor Wali Mehsud has denied reports of his death or disappearance, calling them “enemy propaganda.”

In a new audio message, he confirmed he is alive, healthy, and ... pic.twitter.com/fgc10oAEsx

— Kabul Frontline (@Kabullfrontline) October 9, 2025

As per a Pakistani social media channel, “The #Pakistan Air Force has just conducted a precise airstrike against the #Taliban terrorist organization in #Kabul, the capital city of #Afghanistan. Pakistan is punishing the Taliban leadership badly tonight.”

What locals said about the airstikes?

Locals describing the incident called the night as chaotic. Several reports also confirmed that civilian homes were hit during the Pakistan's airstrike.

Another resident, sharing details about the airstrike on social media platform posted on X, “Many people are Reporting PAK conducted Air strike. Heavy explosions reported in the central and north of the city, with several civilian homes hit.”

🚨New: Pakistan has reportedly carried out airstrikes in Kabul, Afghanistan, targeting civilian areas.

Fighter jets were seen over the Kabul skyline — this comes amid the visit of Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister to India.

Tensions rise in the region! pic.twitter.com/FNAngUFDBL

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Notably, this is the first such incident when Pakistan conducted airstrikes inside Kabul, further escalating the regional tensions. However, the investigation process in Kabul are underway.

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's Warning

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's during his address at the National Assembly, said "Enough is enough," adding that Pakistan would not tolerate terrorism from Afghan soil. He was quoted as saying by Dawn, "Our patience has limits. Those who shelter or facilitate terrorists -- whether in Pakistan or Afghanistan -- will face the consequences." Asif said, "We told Afghan officials that 6,000–7,000 people were settled on your soil who pose a threat to us."