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Pakistani strike hits rehab hospital in Afghanistan, Taliban says
**Pakistani Airstrike Hits Afghan Rehab Hospital, Taliban Claims Hundreds Dead**
A devastating airstrike allegedly carried out by the Pakistani military has hit a 2,000-bed drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan, leaving a trail of destruction and loss of life. The Taliban claims that over 400 people have been killed and 250 more injured in the attack that occurred around 9 p.m. on Monday.
The hospital, known as "Omid," is located in Police District 9 of Kabul. Taliban officials say that large parts of the facility have been destroyed, with rescuers still working to pull out the dead from the rubble. The hospital, which was home to many patients seeking treatment for addiction, was reportedly in flames as firefighters and rescue teams struggled to put out the blazes and carry away the injured.
The Taliban has accused the Pakistani military of deliberately targeting the hospital, but Pakistan has denied these claims, saying that it was carrying out "precision airstrikes" targeting the Afghan Taliban's military installations in Kabul and Nangarhar provinces. Pakistan claims that the presence of large ammunition depots in the area was confirmed by visible secondary detonations after the strikes.
This incident has sparked outrage and condemnation from many quarters, with the Taliban calling on the international community to take action against Pakistan for its alleged war crimes. The Taliban has accused Pakistan of trying to destabilize the Afghan government and undermine its authority.
In Nigeria, this development is a stark reminder of the dangers of war and the devastating impact it can have on civilians caught in the crossfire. The incident also highlights the need for international cooperation and diplomacy to resolve conflicts peacefully.
As the situation in Afghanistan continues to unfold, one can only hope that the international community will take swift action to prevent further loss of life and ensure that those responsible for the attack are held accountable.