Washington: United States (US) Department of Defence Pentagon on Monday accused that most probably Haqqani Network was involved in the latest deadly attacks in Kabul on Sunday.
According to reports the Press Secretary of Pentagon George Little said that although there were indications in the initial reports that the network was involved in the attacks but it was not yet confirmed.
The 18-hour attack was “well-coordinated,” but Afghan security forces “did a very effective job” in quelling the onslaught, Little told reporters.
t was not surprising that insurgents had launched an attack with the advent of spring, when fighting usually escalates in Afghanistan, he said.
“We thought something like this may very well happen and it did,” he said.
On Sunday coordinated attacked in Kabul, capital of Afghanistan, and its surrounding cities was carried out by militants, which according to them was the start of spring offense in Afghanistan.
The attacks killed more than 40 people including 19 terrorists while 65 people were reportedly injured in the attacks.
Earlier US Ambassador to Afghanistan Ryan Crocker and Afghan officials also blamed Haqqani network for their involvement in the attacks.
Dear TNT Reader,
At The News Tribe, our mission is to bring you free, independent, and unbiased news and content that keeps you informed and empowered. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism, as we understand that we are a platform for truth.
Apart from independent global news coverage, we also commit our unique focus on the Muslim world. In an age marked by the troubling rise of Islamophobia and widespread misrepresentation of Muslims in Western media, we strive to provide accurate and fair coverage.
But to continue doing so, we need your support. Even a small donation of 1$ can make a big difference. Your contribution will help us maintain the quality of our news and counteract the negative narratives that are so prevalent.
Please consider donating today to ensure we can keep delivering the news that matters. Together, we can make a positive impact on the world, and work towards a more inclusive, informed global society.
Donate Monthly Subscription Annual Subscription