Geneva, Feb 27, 2026 (AFP) - Red Cross urges Afghanistan-Pakistan 'de-escalation'

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2026-02-27

The president of the International Committee of the Red Cross called on Friday for a de-escalation of hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan, insisting that civilians must be protected and healthcare access guaranteed. Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan including the capital Kabul on Friday, with Islamabad's defence minister declaring the neighbours at "open war" following months of tit-for-tat clashes. "We are witnessing a profoun......

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