Russia Voices Concern Over Civilian Casualties from Recent Pakistani Airstrikes in Afghanistan

The Russian Embassy in Kabul responded to the civilian casualties resulting from Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan, stating that the number of victims stands at ten.

Russia Expresses Concern Over Civilian Casualties from Pakistani Airstrikes

The Russian Embassy in Kabul issued a statement expressing deep concern over the military clashes between Pakistani and Afghan forces. It highlighted that these tensions primarily harm civilians, especially children.

Casualties from Recent Pakistani Airstrikes

The embassy referred to airstrikes conducted on October 1st in the provinces of Kunar and Helmand, noting that these operations resulted in deaths and injuries among local residents, including children. The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) confirmed that at least ten civilians were killed and nine others injured in these bombings.

Civilian Casualty Statistics for 2026

UNAMA data reveals that since the beginning of 2026, over 1,100 Afghan civilians have been killed or injured due to cross-border attacks by the Pakistani military. This statistic emerges amidst ongoing military tensions between the two countries.

Reactions to Russia’s Expression of Concern

The Russian Embassy’s expression of concern regarding civilian casualties sparked severe criticism on social media, particularly from accounts associated with the Pakistani military on X (formerly Twitter). Some users accused Moscow of “hypocrisy” and “duplicity,” referencing Russia’s military records in the wars in Ukraine and Syria, and questioning their recent stance.