Taliban Accuses Pakistani Military Faction of Destabilising Afghanistan
The Taliban has accused a faction within Pakistan’s military of deliberately sabotaging peace in Afghanistan. Zabihullah Mujahid, Taliban spokesman, stated the faction “cannot tolerate Afghanistan’s progress” and is fueling conflicts along the Durand Line. According to Mujahid, the group spreads misinformation to cover Pakistan’s internal issues and aims to undermine regional stability, making it a major threat to ongoing Afghan peace efforts.
Afghan Forces Claim Retaliation Against Pakistan Strikes
Following alleged Pakistani airstrikes in Paktika, Afghan forces reportedly launched retaliatory strikes across six provinces. Mujahid claimed Afghanistan captured 20 Pakistani posts, killed 58 soldiers, and injured around 30. Only nine Afghan fighters were reportedly lost. Operations paused temporarily due to interventions by Qatar and Saudi Arabia, but hostilities reignited after Pakistan resumed firing along the border, escalating tensions between the neighboring nations.
Taliban Denounces Propaganda and Proxy Wars
Mujahid accused Pakistan’s rogue faction of running disinformation campaigns and ignoring ISIS sanctuaries within its borders. He alleged that terror networks, including ISIS-K leaders, operate from Pakistan, even orchestrating attacks abroad. Mujahid urged Islamabad to hand over or expel ISIS operatives to prevent regional threats. He emphasized that Afghan forces maintain full border control, strengthened defenses, and are ready to respond to any further provocations.
Afghanistan Warns of Severe Consequences
The Taliban warned Pakistan of “very negative consequences” if provocative acts continue. Mujahid highlighted that most Pakistanis oppose the rogue faction’s anti-Afghan stance. Despite escalating violence, the Taliban stated they remain open to dialogue under Islamic law but will defend Afghan sovereignty. Afghanistan’s stability is critical for regional peace, and Mujahid reiterated that those seeking conflict will encounter a prepared and determined Afghan response.
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After cross-border exchanges, Pakistan closed major border crossings, including Torkham and Chaman, and minor points at Kharlachi, Angoor Adda, and Ghulam Khan. Afghan troops claimed significant Pakistani casualties, while Islamabad acknowledged clashes without specifying numbers. The border shutdown reflects growing tensions, affecting trade and travel. Afghan officials confirmed the cessation of attacks following requests from Qatar and Saudi Arabia, though intermittent skirmishes continue in areas like Kurram.
Taliban Rejects TTP Allegations
Islamabad accused Afghanistan of harboring Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants. Mujahid denied these claims, stating TTP fighters were not allowed to operate from Afghan territory. The Pakistani strikes targeted TTP leadership in Kabul, but Afghan officials claim no permission was given to militants to act against Pakistan. The ongoing accusations add a complex layer to the already tense Afghanistan-Pakistan relations and highlight the fragile security situation along the border.
