Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions
Pakistan Defense Minister Threatens War Against Afghanistan Following Islamabad Attack Claimed by Taliban
Nov 12, 2025 02:43 pm CST
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a serious war threat to Afghanistan following a deadly suicide bombing in Islamabad that killed 12 people. The minister directly accused the Afghan Taliban regime of harboring terrorists and claimed India was waging a proxy war through Afghanistan. The Pakistani Taliban (TTP) claimed responsibility for the attack as tensions escalate between the neighboring countries.
Deadly Car Bombing at Islamabad Court Complex Kills 12 and Injures 27 Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Nov 11, 2025 06:24 pm CST
A powerful car bomb explosion at a judicial complex in Islamabad, Pakistan has left 12 dead and 27 injured in what officials describe as a suicide attack. The bomber attempted to enter the court building before detonating near a police vehicle. This attack occurs amid escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan and increasing militant activity across the region, including a recent attempted hostage situation at an army college.
Fatal Border Clash: 5 Killed as Afghanistan-Pakistan Tensions Escalate During Peace Negotiations
Nov 07, 2025 03:22 am CST
Five people were killed and six wounded in cross-border fire between Afghanistan and Pakistan on Thursday, threatening delicate ceasefire negotiations underway in Turkey. Both nations immediately blamed each other for initiating the violence, highlighting deep security tensions between the neighbors as diplomatic efforts to resolve their disputes face significant challenges.
Pakistan and Afghanistan Agree to 48-Hour Ceasefire Following Deadly Border Clashes
Oct 15, 2025 10:16 pm CST
Pakistan and Afghanistan have implemented a 48-hour ceasefire after intense border clashes resulted in dozens of casualties. The agreement came into effect Wednesday evening as both nations pledge to pursue diplomatic solutions. Pakistan reports killing numerous Afghan forces while denying civilian targeting, while Afghanistan claims to have destroyed Pakistani military positions in retaliation. This escalation occurs amid shifting regional dynamics, including improving India-Afghanistan relations.