India expressed solidarity with the Taliban regime, condemning Pakistani airstrikes that have targeted Afghan civilians, including women and children. Pakistan's airstrikes, claimed to be in retaliation against cross-border terrorist attacks, were accused of violating Afghanistan's sovereignty. The Taliban called these attacks a blatant violation of international principles, promising retaliation.
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