Civilians Caught in Crossfire | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 28, 2026 · 1m

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…