Afghanistan pulls out of cricket series after it says Pakistan air strike killed local players

Afghanistan withdraws from cricket series after alleged Pakistan air strike kills local players in a tragic incident in Paktika province. The Afghan Cricket Board (ACB) stated that three players were "targeted" in the attack, prompting the country to pull out of the upcoming tri-nation T20 series. The incident follows border clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan, with conflicting reports on the nature of the air strike. The cricket community mourns the loss of the aspiring young athletes, as players and officials pay tribute to the victims.