Afghanistan and Pakistan Turn to Proxy Groups After Eight Months of Conflict

Summary

Afghanistan and Pakistan have turned to proxy groups after eight months of conflict that has taken a heavy toll on civilians, according to The New York Times, which describes the situation as an "open war" that adds a volatile element to the region. The report is based on the article's summary; the full text was not available.

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1. The New York Times

   22 Oct 2026, 04:10 UTCSource ↗

   The New York Times reports that the two sides have turned to proxy groups after eight months of a conflict that has taken a heavy toll on civilians, describing it as an "open war" between Afghanistan and Pakistan.