New Delhi, June 30 -- India today strongly condemned Pakistan's air-strikes on Afghan territory that have resulted in at least 28 civilian casualties, including women and children, terming it a blatant act of aggression by Islamabad.

In a statement, the MEA said "this blatant act of aggression by Pakistan is an assault on Afghanistan's sovereignty and a direct threat to regional peace and stability.""It reflects Pakistan's persistent pattern of reckless behaviour and its futile attempt to externalize internal failures through desperate acts of violence beyond its borders.

"India conveys its condolences to Afghan families that have lost loved ones, prays for early recovery of those injured and reiterates its unwavering support for Afghanis...