Civilians Caught in Crossfire | Calgary News

A UN report reveals nearly 500 Afghan civilians killed and over 1,200 wounded between October and June due to cross-border strikes between Pakistan and Afghanistan — with civilians caught in the crossfire, including a harrowing case where aid workers were struck by a second airstrike. While Pakistan blames Afghanistan for harboring militants, Kabul denies it — and the UN’s mandate excludes Pakistan’s own casualties. Beyond the fighting, the report highlights worsening human rights: crackdowns on women’s dress codes and legal loopholes enabling child marriage. Civilians are paying the heaviest price in a region spiraling deeper into instability. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4c1eaf7e4a3ecdb7