Pakistan bombs Afghanistan as international powers call for talks

Pakistan carried out airstrikes on cities in Afghanistan, including Kabul and Kandahar. The Afghan Taliban government said it is open to talks to resolve the issues.

Several countries, including the United States, Russia, China, Iran, and Turkey, have responded. The U.S. said it supports Pakistan's right to defend itself. Iran offered to mediate, while Russia and China called for a ceasefire and a return to negotiations. India condemned Pakistan's airstrikes.