SAA event in Paktia, Dand Patan District area, Afghanistan on Sat 10th October 2026

On October 10, the 203 Mansouri Corps said that armed clashes had broken out between its forces and Pakistani troops near the Durand Line in Dand Patan District of Paktia Province, reports The Khaama Press. Taliban military corps said the fighting began after Pakistani forces opened fire, prompting Taliban fighters to return fire. It claimed that the Pakistani side used 14 ballistic missiles and several drones during the confrontation.The corps said light and heavy weapons were used during the clashes but reported no casualties among Taliban forces. It added that the situation had returned to normal. Pakistani authorities had not publicly commented on the incident or the Taliban’s allegations at the time of reporting.