Kabul warned of ‘unbearable punishment’ as clashes persist along border
• Torkham stays shut for five hours following firefight over disputed check post • Military spox says Afghan Taliban ‘won’t be able to bear cost’ of harbouring terrorists • Names India as ‘prime contractor’ behind terrorism in Pakistan • Rubio says US shares Pakistan’s concerns over attacks from Afghan soil, open to role in easing tensions KHYBER/LOWER SOUTH WAZIRISTAN: Pakistani and Afghan…
Kabul has been warned of "unbearable punishment" by Pakistan as clashes continue along their border. Military officials from both countries exchanged fire at several points, leading to the temporary closure of the Torkham border crossing, a crucial crossing for trade. One civilian was killed when mortar shells were fired near the Angoor Adda crossing.
The Afghan Taliban has been accused of harbouring terrorists, with Pakistan claiming to have the capability to impose a heavy cost on the Afghan leadership if terrorism persists. The US has shared Pakistan's concerns and is open to helping ease the tensions. Despite the flare-ups, the Pakistani military has stated that it has the capability to neutralize any threats from Afghan soil, while Islamabad has singled out India as the primary sponsor of terrorism in Pakistan.
The situation remains tense, particularly in the Angoor Adda area, where Taliban fighters continue to target Pakistani border checkpoints with unprovoked firing.
Written by urgent.news from Dawn - Pakistan's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
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