18 March 2026
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Taliban restrict media access after Kabul strikes, limiting reporting on potential civilian casualties

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Following Pakistan's reported strikes on suspected Taliban military installations in Kabul, Taliban authorities blocked access to the strike site, preventing most journalists from filming or entering the area. Only a few outlets, including BBC Pashto and Al Jazeera, were granted limited access, while Afghan Times, Zawia News, and Amaj News were not permitted to enter. Journalists said they aimed to verify conditions on the ground and report on any civilian casualties, but were turned away. The move has sparked concerns over transparency as the strikes were linked to Taliban-aligned military sites in Kabul, limiting independent reporting and raising questions about accountability.

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Karthik Menon is an Emmy-nominated broadcast journalist with 10 years of experience in live news coverage. He anchors prime-time news segments and special election coverage for NewsLive.

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