Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai, in response to the Pakistani airstrikes, declared that the Afghan people will defend their country in full solidarity under any circumstances and will respond courageously to any aggression.

In a message on the social network X, he wrote that Pakistan cannot free itself from the problems that, according to him, are the result of its own policies by resorting to violence and bombing. Karzai emphasized that Islamabad must reconsider its approach and take the path of good neighborliness, mutual respect and civilized relations with Afghanistan.

At the same time, Moscow called for an end to the clashes between Pakistan and the Taliban

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has called on Pakistan and the Taliban to immediately stop mutual attacks and pursue their differences through dialogue and political solutions.

Lavrov announced on Friday, March 28, that Moscow is ready to play a mediating role in reducing tensions if it receives an official request from the parties.

Tensions escalated after Pakistan launched Operation Ghazb-ul-Haq in response to what it described as “unprovoked Taliban movements along the border.” The operation saw the Pakistani Air Force target Taliban positions and facilities in Nangarhar, Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia provinces, reportedly killing dozens of Taliban members.

The Taliban, in turn, has said it has responded to Pakistani attacks and taken retaliatory measures.