According to the agency, 39 were previously reported killed in airstrikes in the provinces of Khost and Kunar.

Earlier, Khaama Press reported that authorities in the provinces of Khost and Kunar confirmed that Pakistani planes "carried out airstrikes in various parts of the province," killing five children and a woman, among others.

The Taliban * threatened Pakistan with consequences for air strikes on border provinces.

* "Taliban" - the organization is under UN sanctions for terrorist activities.