The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has reported that at least 512 civilians were killed and 1,236 others injured in clashes and armed incidents along the Durand Line between Afghanistan and Pakistan from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026.
According to UNAMA’s report, released on Thursday, October 15, 2026, a further 13 civilians were killed and 20 others injured between July 1 and September 30 this year.
UNAMA also reported that four civilians including two children were injured in an explosion involving a pressure-activated mine in Kunar province.
According to the mission border clashes and tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan have repeatedly led to the closure of border crossings the displacement of families, and civilian casualties.
