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Pakistan's Five-Fold Strategy to Conceal Afghanistan Policy Failures and Pressure Taliban Leadership
Nov 04, 2025 06:23 pm CST
Pakistan employs multiple strategic narratives to reshape global perceptions of its Afghanistan relations, presenting itself as a victim of terrorism while pressuring the Taliban through diplomatic posturing, international alliance-building, military threats, and anti-India rhetoric. This comprehensive analysis examines how these tactics aim to conceal Pakistan's failed "strategic depth" policy while potentially risking long-term regional stability and relationships.
India Supports Afghanistan's Sovereignty Amid Escalating Border Conflict with Pakistan
Oct 31, 2025 02:29 am CST
India has firmly backed Afghanistan's sovereignty during its border conflict with Pakistan, as peace talks in Istanbul stall. Pakistan's Defense Minister threatens to "obliterate" the Taliban regime while accusing Afghanistan of being controlled by India. Meanwhile, India reaffirms its commitment to supporting Afghanistan's territorial integrity and water management projects.
Taliban Minister Haqqani Warns Pakistan: "Border Conflicts Will Cost You Dearly" Amid Escalating Regional Tensions
Oct 31, 2025 01:14 am CST
Afghanistan's Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani has issued a stark warning to Pakistan amid escalating border tensions, accusing Islamabad of exporting internal conflicts across the Durand Line. Following failed peace negotiations, Haqqani declared Afghanistan's unity against foreign aggression while cautioning that Pakistan's provocations could significantly alter regional dynamics. This diplomatic confrontation highlights deteriorating relations between the neighboring countries, with mutual accusations of harboring militants and instigating border violence.
Pakistan and Afghanistan Peace Negotiations Resume in Istanbul: Mediation Efforts to Address Border Tensions and Security Concerns
Oct 30, 2025 08:37 pm CST
Pakistan and Afghanistan are renewing peace talks in Istanbul under Turkish and Qatari mediation following recent border clashes. Despite a fragile ceasefire, major crossings remain closed, stranding hundreds of trucks. Pakistan insists Afghanistan must take verifiable action against terrorist groups operating from its territory, particularly the Pakistani Taliban, while both countries work to resolve tensions that resulted in military casualties earlier this month.
Deadly Border Clashes Escalate as Pakistan and Afghanistan Attempt Diplomatic Resolution
Oct 27, 2025 02:36 am CST
Tensions remain high after 5 Pakistani soldiers and 25 terrorists were killed in border clashes near Afghanistan. Officials from both countries are meeting in Istanbul to prevent further escalation following the establishment of a fragile truce. Pakistan has expressed concerns about cross-border terrorism while the Taliban denies harboring terrorist groups, highlighting the complex security challenges in the region.
TTP Videos Challenge Pakistan Army Chief as Insurgent Attacks Intensify in Border Regions
Oct 23, 2025 01:12 pm CST
Pakistan's army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir faces direct threats from TTP commanders in recent video releases showcasing battlefield success. Despite a Qatar-Turkey mediated ceasefire with Afghanistan, violence continues to escalate in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, revealing the Pakistani military's struggle to contain the growing insurgency that has emboldened other violent groups across the region.
Taliban Defense Minister Rejects Pakistan's Claims of India's Involvement in Border Conflict
Oct 22, 2025 10:51 am CST
Afghanistan's Defense Minister Mohammad Yaqoob has firmly dismissed Pakistan's allegations that India is involved in the recent Afghanistan-Pakistan border conflicts. In an interview with Al Jazeera, Yaqoob called these accusations "unfounded, illogical, and unacceptable," while expressing Kabul's intention to strengthen ties with India based on mutual national interests, despite ongoing tensions with Pakistan that have disrupted border crossings and affected civilians on both sides.
The Durand Line: Disputed Afghanistan-Pakistan Border and Its Historical Context
Oct 20, 2025 04:38 pm CST
The Durand Line, established in 1893, remains a contested 2,600-kilometer boundary between Afghanistan and Pakistan. This article explores its colonial origins, Afghanistan's persistent refusal to recognize it as an official border, and how this historical dispute influences current regional tensions, including recent cross-border conflicts following Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan.
India's Strategic Pivot: Engaging the Taliban Regime Amid Regional Power Dynamics
Oct 19, 2025 03:49 pm CST
India's diplomatic engagement with the Taliban through Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's visit represents a significant strategic shift in South Asian geopolitics. This pragmatic approach prioritizes economic opportunities and regional security over ideological differences, challenging Pakistan's traditional influence in Afghanistan while advancing India's broader Central Asian connectivity goals. The developing relationship signals India's return to the Afghan diplomatic arena with implications for regional power dynamics and security cooperation.
Pakistan Defense Minister Orders Afghan Refugees to Leave as Tensions Escalate with India Connection
Oct 18, 2025 02:02 pm CST
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has ordered all Afghan refugees to return home while claiming Afghanistan has become India's proxy in a regional conflict. The statement follows border clashes that killed dozens, with Pakistan conducting airstrikes despite a ceasefire agreement. Diplomatic relations between the neighbors have deteriorated significantly as Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harboring terrorists and conspiring with India against Pakistani interests.