Pakistan launches airstrikes on Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia in Afghanistan on February 27, 2026, declaring “open war” on the Taliban after border clashes escalate, killing dozens and prompting global alarm. Iran offers mediation as both sides claim major victories; U.S.-Iran nuclear talks progress with Vienna follow-up amid regional tensions. Al-Aqsa sees 100,000 Ramadan prayers under Israeli restrictions; South Sudan nears full-scale war per UN.aljazeera+3
Pakistan-Afghanistan “Open War” Erupts
Pakistan bombs Afghan cities in retaliation for Taliban attacks on border posts; Defence Minister Khawaja Asif calls it “open war,” claiming 133 Taliban killed while Afghanistan vows response. Strikes hit Kabul (explosions, anti-aircraft fire), Kandahar, Paktia; Iran mediates talks. World reacts: UN urges restraint; China/Turkey concerned over CPEC/BRI.nytimes+3[youtube]
U.S.-Iran Nuclear Progress
Geneva talks yield progress; FM says technical Vienna round next week at IAEA; Trump masses warplanes/carriers despite no Congress authorization.[youtube][aljazeera]
Al-Aqsa Ramadan Tensions
100,000 pray at Al-Aqsa on 2nd Friday of Ramadan despite Israeli permit restrictions turning away worshippers.[aljazeera]
South Sudan War Risk
UN warns “return to full-scale war” with escalating atrocities, impunity amid renewed fighting.[aljazeera]
UK Green Party Triumph
Greens win Labour stronghold by-election, first parliamentary victory; Reform UK second, blow to Starmer.nytimes+1
Ukraine Developments
Azov unit recruits amid conscription crisis; Russia assaults railways.[aljazeera]
U.S. Drone Laser Chaos
Second incident: El Paso airspace closure after military anti-drone laser; lawmakers slam mismanagement.[aljazeera]
Pro-Palestine Struggles
UK activist Charlotte Head attempted suicide in prison after 18 months pre-trial; isolated for Palestine Action links.[aljazeera]
Global Miscellany
Barcelona eyes La Liga lead vs. Villarreal. Napoleon’s return historical nod.economictimes+1
Impacts
Border war risks refugee surge, CPEC disruption; markets watch escalation.
FAQs
Pakistan Afghanistan war February 27, 2026?
Airstrikes on Kabul etc.; “open war” declared.aljazeera+1
Iran mediation?
Offers talks between Pakistan-Afghanistan.[youtube]
U.S.-Iran talks outcome?
Progress; Vienna next.[youtube]
Al-Aqsa prayers?
100k attend amid restrictions.[aljazeera]
South Sudan UN warning?
Risk of full war, atrocities.[aljazeera]
UK by-election winner?
Green Party defeats Labour.[aljazeera]
U.S. drone laser?
El Paso closure, 2nd incident.[aljazeera]
Azov Ukraine?
Recruitment drive amid crisis.[aljazeera]
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