Afghanistan Situation Update #2: Humanitarian Impact of Afghanistan-Pakistan Military Escalation (18 March 2026)

Countries: Afghanistan, Pakistan Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Please refer to the attached file. HIGHLIGHTS The conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan is now in its third week with no signs of abating. Between 26 February and 17 March, 289 civilian casualties (76 killed, 213 injured) have been recorded in Afghanistan, including 59 women and 104 children, who together account for more than half of all victims.