New Delhi, Feb. 23 -- India on February 22, 2026, strongly condemned Pakistan's recent airstrikes on Afghan territory, describing them as unacceptable and deeply concerning. Responding to media queries, Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs Randhir Jaiswal said that the strikes had resulted in civilian casualties, including women and children, during the holy month of Ramadan.

The MEA spokesperson said India views the airstrikes as "another attempt by Pakistan to externalise its internal failures." The remarks signal New Delhi's firm position against cross-border military actions that affect civilian populations and regional stability.

Reiterating India's longstanding position, the spokesperson emphasized that India ...