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.