Pakistan attacks on Kabul Hospital killing 400 people
India has strongly condemned Pakistan after a deadly airstrike hit a hospital in Kabul, calling the attack “barbaric” and “cowardly.” The strike reportedly killed hundreds of civilians, including patients receiving treatment at the facility, according to Afghan authorities.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs described the attack as an unjustifiable act of violence against civilians and a direct violation of Afghanistan’s sovereignty. Officials said no military objective could justify targeting a medical facility filled with vulnerable patients.
Deadly Strike Sparks Global Concern
The airstrike hit the Omid rehabilitation hospital in Kabul. Where hundreds of patients were undergoing treatment for drug addiction. Afghan officials reported that the attack killed around 400 people and injured many others. That makes it one of the deadliest incidents in recent regional conflict.
Pakistan denied targeting civilian infrastructure and claimed that its forces struck only militant positions and terrorist facilities. However, Afghan authorities and several international observers disputed that claim and pointed to significant civilian casualties. Global organisations and humanitarian groups have raised serious concerns about the attack and called for an independent investigation. The United Nations emphasised that international humanitarian law strictly prohibits attacks on hospitals and civilian infrastructure during armed conflict.
Rising Regional Tensions
India said the strike reflects a pattern of aggressive actions that threaten regional peace and stability. Officials urged the international community to hold those responsible accountable and to ensure protection of civilians in conflict zones. The incident has further escalated tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, where both sides have exchanged accusations over cross-border attacks and militant activity. Analysts warn that continued military escalation could destabilize the broader South Asian region.
The attack has also intensified diplomatic reactions, with multiple countries calling for restraint and renewed dialogue. Experts believe the incident highlights the urgent need for adherence to international law and protection of civilian lives in conflict situations.
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