A report by Afghanistan International has said recent airstrikes targeted military installations, contradicting Taliban claims that a hospital was hit, and alleged that a drug rehabilitation facility was set on fire after the attacks and later presented as evidence of bombing.

The report raised serious questions about the Taliban government’s narrative, noting that images released after the incident showed the hospital’s signboard intact, casting doubt on whether the building was directly struck.

It also challenged claims of mass casualties, stating that no substantial visual evidence or detailed accounts of victims were provided, with only limited images made public.

According to the report, Pakistani aircraft struck targets approximately 200 metres away from the alleged clinic.

Separately, Pakistan has firmly rejected Taliban allegations that civilian infrastructure was damaged.

Officials said the strikes were carried out under Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq and were limited to militant targets involved in cross-border attacks.

Security sources said weapons depots and technical infrastructure were destroyed at two locations in Kabul, where large explosions were observed.

Additional strikes were conducted at four sites in Nangarhar, targeting Taliban-linked military installations.

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Pakistan rejected statements by Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, calling them misleading and aimed at influencing global and domestic opinion.

Officials emphasised that the air operations were conducted with precision to avoid civilian harm and said the targeted locations were being used by militant elements.

Reaffirming its stance, Pakistan said it remains committed to regional peace and stability but will continue to take necessary measures to defend its territory.

“Afghan soil will not be allowed to be used for activities against Pakistan,” officials said.