Border Fighting Compels Thousands of Afghans to Flee

Nearly 66,000 people have been forced from their homes in eastern Afghanistan as fierce fighting along the border with Pakistan enters its seventh day, the United Nations has said. The UN’s migration agency warned that escalating violence between the two neighbours is creating a deepening humanitarian crisis, with civilians caught in heavy shelling and cross-border attacks.

The clashes mark the worst escalation in years along the 2,640km Durand Line, the disputed border that separates the two countries. Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities say they launched an operation against Pakistani forces last week, triggering intense exchanges of fire.

Reports from the ground describe explosions, damaged infrastructure, and growing fear among families living near the frontier. The International Organization for Migration says the violence has not only displaced tens of thousands but also risks pushing even more vulnerable communities into crisis. With limited resources and overstretched aid systems, humanitarian groups are raising concerns about shelter, food, and medical support for those fleeing the fighting.

Thousands Displaced by Escalating Violence

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) said nearly 66,000 people have been displaced in eastern and southeastern Afghanistan. Heavy shelling and cross-border hostilities have damaged homes and critical infrastructure, leaving families seeking refuge in temporary shelters.

Worst Fighting in Years

The clashes are unfolding along the Durand Line, a 2,640km border between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The Taliban authorities say they began a military operation against Pakistani forces last week, sparking the most serious fighting between the two sides in years.

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Growing Humanitarian Concerns

The UN warns that continued violence could drive further displacement and worsen conditions for already vulnerable communities. Aid agencies say resources are stretched, and urgent support is needed to provide shelter, food, and medical care to families forced from their homes.

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