KABUL: Senior Afghan Taliban leaders have been moved to undisclosed locations amid concerns over possible further Pakistani airstrikes targeting Taliban positions in Afghanistan, according to local sources.
Sources said several senior figures, including individuals linked to the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Hafiz Gul Bahadur (HGB) network, have been relocated from their previous locations as security concerns increase.
The reported movement comes amid heightened tensions between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban authorities over militant activity and the presence of armed groups operating from Afghan territory. Pakistan has repeatedly raised concerns about attacks inside the country and has accused militant groups of maintaining sanctuaries across the border.
According to local sources, the relocation of senior Taliban figures is linked to fears that further strikes could target positions or facilities associated with militant groups. However, the exact locations of the relocated leaders remain unknown.
The developments come after reports of Pakistani airstrikes targeting militant positions in parts of Afghanistan. The Taliban authorities have previously condemned such strikes and described them as violations of Afghan sovereignty.
There is no independent confirmation of the identities or exact number of Taliban leaders who may have been moved. Further details could emerge as security conditions develop and authorities on both sides issue statements.