ISLAMABAD — Pakistan has rejected claims by the Afghan Taliban alleging that a drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul was targeted in recent airstrikes, describing the accusation as “baseless” and part of a broader misinformation campaign.
Officials said the strikes carried out on the night of March 16 in Kabul and Nangarhar were directed only at sites linked to militant activity and not at any civilian infrastructure.
The development was also shared in an official statement posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Military targets, not civilian facilities
According to the statement, Pakistan’s operations were aimed at installations allegedly used to plan, facilitate, and support attacks inside Pakistan. These included ammunition depots, technical infrastructure, and other facilities described as linked to militant networks.
Authorities emphasized that no hospital, rehabilitation centre, or civilian site was targeted during the operation.
Officials added that video footage of the strikes was released shortly after the operation, showing the nature of the targets. Secondary explosions observed at the sites were cited as evidence of ammunition storage facilities being hit.
Allegations termed misinformation
The statement described the Afghan Taliban’s claim as part of a pattern of misleading narratives, including the use of outdated visuals and selective information to shape public perception.
Officials said such allegations aim to divert attention from ongoing security concerns in the region.
Pakistan reiterates counterterrorism stance
Pakistan maintained that its operations are part of ongoing efforts to counter militant threats originating from across the border.
Authorities said the country would continue to take measures to protect its citizens and prevent the use of foreign territory for activities targeting Pakistan.
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