Taliban Security Operations in Paktia Displace 2,200
Taliban security forces conducted a series of clearing operations against alleged insurgent groups in Paktia province on March 14, 2026. The operations, which included house-to-house searches and localized skirmishes, resulted in the displacement of 2,200 people from three mountain villages. Local sources reported to TOLOnews that families fled to the provincial capital, Gardez, citing fears of detention and the use of heavy weapons in their communities.
Date: March 14, 2026
Location: Afghanistan
Conflict: Afghanistan Conflict
Category: other
Severity: LOW
Casualties reported: 5
Displaced: 2,200
Source: TOLOnews