Several Afghan Taliban officials reportedly fled Kabul by helicopter fearing possible Pakistani retaliatory strikes. Afghan media said four helicopters carried officials to Ghor province early Saturday. The development reflects rising tensions between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban authorities.
According to Afghan media reports, at least four local sources in Ghor confirmed the arrivals. They said multiple Taliban officials reached the province aboard four helicopters. The movement reportedly occurred amid fears of possible Pakistani airstrikes.
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Local outlets also released an image showing a helicopter carrying Taliban officials. Reports suggest the officials chose Ghor because of its remote mountainous terrain. Such areas are often considered safer during potential military tensions.
Earlier reports claimed several Taliban officials had moved to other provinces for safety. Some reportedly fled to Bamiyan and Daikundi provinces using helicopters. These movements were also linked to concerns about possible Pakistani military action.
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However, officials from Pakistan and the Taliban administration have not publicly confirmed the reports. The situation remains unclear as tensions between the neighboring countries continue to draw regional attention.