Kabul
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has warned that renewed border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan are worsening humanitarian conditions in eastern Afghanistan, with rising casualties, displacement, and damage to civilian infrastructure.
According to the report, at least seven people were killed and 79 others injured in recent airstrikes and shelling in Asadabad city and parts of Kunar province. The violence has also damaged key public facilities, including a fuel station, sections of a university dormitory, a religious affairs office, and a drug rehabilitation centre.
OCHA said the destruction of civilian infrastructure is placing additional strain on already fragile services, particularly healthcare and education systems. At least 19 health facilities have reportedly been shut, suspended, or are operating at reduced capacity, affecting access to care for tens of thousands of people.
The agency also estimated that more than 10,000 people have been displaced across eastern and southeastern Afghanistan since February due to ongoing clashes. Many displaced families are struggling with limited access to shelter, food, clean water, and medical support.
Water supply disruptions in several villages have raised concerns about potential disease outbreaks, while more than 13,000 students have been affected after schools were damaged or forced to close in provinces including Kunar and Nangarhar.
Tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan have escalated in recent months, with both sides exchanging accusations over cross-border attacks and territorial violations. Diplomatic efforts and local mediation attempts have so far failed to ease the situation.
Humanitarian agencies are urging urgent international assistance and calling for the protection of civilians and critical infrastructure as the conflict continues to disrupt daily life and basic services in affected regions.