Pakistan Strikes Afghan Border Camps; 18 Civilians Dead

Are Pakistan's strikes a violation of sovereignty or justified retaliation against terrorism?
Pakistan Strikes Afghan Border Camps; 18 Civilians Dead
Above: Afghan men search for victims after an overnight Pakistani air strike hit residential areas on Feb. 22, 2026. Image credit: Aimal Zahir/AFP/Getty Images

The Spin

Narrative A

Pakistan's airstrikes constitute a blatant violation of Afghanistan's sovereignty and international law. The attacks deliberately targeted civilian areas, including a religious madrasa and residential homes, killing dozens of innocent women and children. These strikes expose Pakistan's intelligence failures and internal weaknesses while trampling on Islamic values and neighborly principles.

Narrative B

Pakistan's decisive air force strikes against terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan represent justified retaliation for innocent lives lost to terrorism. These operations answer the sacrifices of martyrs and defend the nation's children who deserve security. Pakistan seeks peace but will never compromise on its land, people or dignity, and those who threaten the nation will face complete destruction.


Metaculus Prediction



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