At least 400 people have reportedly died and nearly 250 others suffered injuries after a Pakistani strike hit a hospital in Afghanistan, according to local reports.
The strike allegedly targeted a medical facility that treated drug rehabilitation patients in a densely populated area. As a result, the attack caused massive destruction and heavy civilian casualties.
Emergency responders quickly reached the scene and started rescue operations. Teams transported injured victims to nearby hospitals while medical workers searched through the damaged building for survivors.
Authorities said many victims were receiving treatment inside the facility when the strike occurred. Consequently, the death toll rose rapidly within hours of the incident.
Hospital Was Treating Rehabilitation Patients
According to local sources, the hospital operated as a rehabilitation center for drug users. The facility provided treatment and recovery support to hundreds of patients.
Reports indicate that the center was crowded at the time of the strike. Therefore, the attack resulted in a very high number of casualties.
Meanwhile, doctors, volunteers, and rescue workers continued emergency operations throughout the night. They worked to rescue trapped survivors and provide urgent medical care to the injured.
Tensions Between Pakistan and Afghanistan Continue to Rise
The strike comes amid increasing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Both countries have repeatedly accused each other of supporting militant groups near the border region. In addition, cross-border military activity and security clashes have increased in recent months.
As a result, fears of a wider regional conflict continue to grow.
So far, officials from both countries have not released a detailed explanation regarding the circumstances surrounding the strike.
International Community Raises Concerns
The incident has triggered strong international concern because of the large number of civilian casualties.
Several humanitarian organizations and global leaders have demanded an independent investigation into the strike. Furthermore, they urged both countries to avoid actions that could worsen tensions in the region.
Analysts also warned that attacks on civilian infrastructure, especially hospitals, could deepen Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis.
Meanwhile, international observers continue to monitor the situation closely as regional tensions remain high.
