Afghanistan-Pakistan Border Crisis: Taliban Forces Retaliate Against Pakistan Following Alleged Air Strikes

Oct 12, 2025 10:30 am CST

The Afghanistan-Pakistan border erupted in violence as Taliban forces launched retaliatory attacks against Pakistani soldiers following alleged air strikes on Afghan territory. The escalation marks a dangerous new chapter in regional tensions, with the Taliban defense ministry warning of firm responses to any future violations while Pakistan demands action against TTP militants operating from Afghan soil. The conflict has already resulted in casualties and threatens to destabilize the already fragile relationship between the neighboring countries.