India on Monday strongly condemned Pakistan's air strikes on Afghan territory that killed civilians, including women and children, describing the action as a violation of Afghanistan's sovereignty and a serious threat to regional peace and stability.&nbsp;In an official statement, the Ministry of External Affairs said the strikes reflected "Pakistan's persistent pattern of reckless behaviour" and accused Islamabad of trying to divert attention from its internal problems.&nbsp;"India strongly condemns Pakistan's air strikes on Afghan territory that have resulted in several civilian casualties, including women and children. This blatant act of aggression by Pakistan is an assault on Afghanistan's sovereignty and a direct threat to regional peace and stability," the MEA said.

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The ministry said the latest incident was part of a continuing pattern in Pakistan's conduct.&nbsp;"It reflects Pakistan's persistent pattern of reckless behaviour and its futile attempt to externalise internal failures through desperate acts of violence beyond its borders," the statement added.&nbsp;India also expressed sympathy for the families of those who lost their lives and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-loses-top-court-bid-to-overturn-5-million-sexual-assault-verdict-what-is-the-e-jean-carroll-case-1782762005066">Trump loses top Court bid to overturn $5 million sexual assault verdict: What is the E. Jean Carroll case?</a>&nbsp;"India conveys its condolences to Afghan families that have lost loved ones, prays for early recovery of those injured and reiterates its unwavering support for Afghanistan's sovereignty and territorial integrity," the MEA said.&nbsp;The statement followed Pakistan's cross-border military strikes in the eastern Afghan provinces of Paktia, Paktika and Kunar, which reportedly caused heavy civilian casualties and widespread destruction.&nbsp;Hamdullah Fitrat, deputy spokesperson of the Taliban led Afghan government, shared details of the casualties in a social media post earlier on Monday.&nbsp;"According to the reports available thus far, the attacks carried out last night resulted in the martyrdom of 36 civilians, including women and children, while 163 others sustained injuries. Three residential houses were completely destroyed."&nbsp;Fitrat also provided details of the locations hit during the strikes. He said that in Mandokhail Village in the Chamkani District of Paktia Province, "Pakistani fighter jets bombed a civilian residence. As a result, one elderly man and one child from the household were martyred, while other members of the family sustained injuries."&nbsp;He further stated that a second strike targeted rescue workers at the same location.According to the statement, another attack hit a villager's home in Walust Village in the Giyan District of Paktika Province. A third strike was reported in Barolo Village in the Manogai District of Kunar Province.&nbsp;Pakistan acknowledged carrying out the operation. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on Sunday night that the country's security forces had conducted a "well-planned intelligence-based ground operation" along with aerial strikes in the frontier zone.

India also conveyed condolences to Afghan families who lost loved ones, wished a speedy recovery to those injured, and reiterated its unwavering support for Afghanistan's sovereignty and territorial integrity after Pakistani strikes killed 36 civilians.

India on Monday strongly condemned Pakistan's air strikes on Afghan territory that killed civilians, including women and children, describing the action as a violation of Afghanistan's sovereignty and a serious threat to regional peace and stability. In an official statement, the Ministry of External Affairs said the strikes reflected "Pakistan's persistent pattern of reckless behaviour" and accused Islamabad of trying to divert attention from its internal problems. "India strongly condemns Pakistan's air strikes on Afghan territory that have resulted in several civilian casualties, including women and children. This blatant act of aggression by Pakistan is an assault on Afghanistan's sovereignty and a direct threat to regional peace and stability," the MEA said.

India also conveyed condolences to Afghan families who lost loved ones, wished a speedy recovery to those injured, and reiterated its unwavering support for Afghanistan's sovereignty and territorial integrity after Pakistani strikes killed 36 civilians.

'Desperate acts of violence': India strongly condemns Pakistan air strikes on Afghanistan killing civilians

Afghanistan struck a military camp in the Wana area, the center of South Waziristan, Pakistan, and claimed to have inflicted heavy casualties and material losses on Pakistani troops in retaliatory attacks carried out in response to the Pakistani military regime’s overnight airstrikes. The Ministry of Defence of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan announced on Sunday that in continuation of Operation ‘Red al-Zulm’, the country’s defence forces targeted a military camp in the Wana area, the centre of South Waziristan, Pakistan.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/conflict-will-certainly-end-in-next-few-weeks-us-energy-secretary-chris-wright-1773597992709">Conflict ‘will certainly’ end in next few weeks: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright</a>&nbsp;The ministry said in the statement that the retaliatory attacks were in response to the Pakistani military’s overnight strikes. It added that the commandos’ building of the Special Service Group (SSG) and other key facilities of the military camp were targeted, and a large portion of the command centre and facilities of the base were destroyed.Heavy casualties and material losses have been inflicted on Pakistani troops as well, the ministry said.“The Air Force of the Ministry of National Defence (MoND) carried out an attack on a special military camp in the Waneh area, the centre of South Waziristan, Pakistan, in retaliation for last night’s attacks in Kandahar,” it said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-say-i-m-what-netanyahu-mocks-rumours-of-his-death-posts-video-from-coffee-shop-1773591045235">‘They say I’m what?’ Netanyahu mocks rumours of his death, posts video from coffee shop</a>&nbsp;Earlier, Pakistan launched overnight air strikes in Afghanistan’s Kandahar province, targeting what it claimed to be ‘terrorist hideouts and military infrastructure’. Islamabad said the strikes were part of its ongoing cross-border operation against militant groups it accuses of staging attacks on Pakistani territory from Afghan soil.Pakistan’s Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said the military carried out overnight strikes in Kandahar under Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, which was launched in late February.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-denies-reports-of-interceptor-shortages-plan-of-talks-with-lebanon-1773584504452">Israel’s FM Gideon Saar denies reports of interceptor shortages, plan of talks with Lebanon</a>&nbsp;Pakistan TV said the armed forces had successfully hit military installations, including terrorist hideouts of Afghan Taliban and Fitna al-Khawarij, a term Pakistan uses to refer to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).The strikes destroyed technical support infrastructure and an equipment storage facility in Kandahar, it claimed. Another strike targeted a tunnel believed to house technical equipment used by militants.&nbsp;“Operations under Operation Ghazab lil Haq will continue until attainment of objectives,” Pakistan TV quoted security sources as saying.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-may-send-mine-hunting-drones-to-help-open-strait-of-hormuz-energy-secretary-ed-miliband-1773579187474">UK may send mine-hunting drones to help open Strait of Hormuz: Energy Secretary Ed Miliband</a>&nbsp;Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said the Pakistani strikes caused some damage to a drug rehabilitation centre and an empty container in Kandahar.“The places they are talking about are far away from these two places,” he said.

The defence ministry of Afghanistan said the retaliatory attacks were in response to the Pakistani military’s overnight strikes, and the building of Special Service Group commandos and other key facilities of the military camp were hit. A large part of the command centre was destroyed.

Afghanistan struck a military camp in the Wana area, the center of South Waziristan, Pakistan, and claimed to have inflicted heavy casualties and material losses on Pakistani troops in retaliatory attacks carried out in response to the Pakistani military regime’s overnight airstrikes. The Ministry of Defence of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan announced on Sunday that in continuation of Operation ‘Red al-Zulm’, the country’s defence forces targeted a military camp in the Wana area, the centre of South Waziristan, Pakistan. Also Read: Conflict ‘will certainly’ end in next few weeks: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright The ministry said in the statement that the retaliatory attacks were in response to the Pakistani military’s overnight strikes. It added that the commandos’ building of the Special Service Group (SSG) and other key facilities of the military camp were targeted, and a large portion of the command centre and facilities of the base were destroyed. Heavy casualties and material losses have been inflicted on Pakistani troops as well, the ministry said. “The Air Force of the Ministry of National Defence (MoND) carried out an attack on a special military camp in the Waneh area, the centre of South Waziristan, Pakistan, in retaliation for last night’s attacks in Kandahar,” it said. Also Read: ‘They say I’m what?’ Netanyahu mocks rumours of his death, posts video from coffee shop Earlier, Pakistan launched overnight air strikes in Afghanistan’s Kandahar province, targeting what it claimed to be ‘terrorist hideouts and military infrastructure’. Islamabad said the strikes were part of its ongoing cross-border operation against militant groups it accuses of staging attacks on Pakistani territory from Afghan soil. Pakistan’s Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said the military carried out overnight strikes in Kandahar under Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, which was launched in late February. Also Read: Israel’s FM Gideon Saar denies reports of interceptor shortages, plan of talks with Lebanon Pakistan TV said the armed forces had successfully hit military installations, including terrorist hideouts of Afghan Taliban and Fitna al-Khawarij, a term Pakistan uses to refer to the banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). The strikes destroyed technical support infrastructure and an equipment storage facility in Kandahar, it claimed. Another strike targeted a tunnel believed to house technical equipment used by militants. “Operations under Operation Ghazab lil Haq will continue until attainment of objectives,” Pakistan TV quoted security sources as saying. Also Read: UK may send mine-hunting drones to help open Strait of Hormuz: Energy Secretary Ed Miliband Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said the Pakistani strikes caused some damage to a drug rehabilitation centre and an empty container in Kandahar. “The places they are talking about are far away from these two places,” he said.

The defence ministry of Afghanistan said the retaliatory attacks were in response to the Pakistani military’s overnight strikes, and the building of Special Service Group commandos and other key facilities of the military camp were hit. A large part of the command centre was destroyed.

Afghanistan attacks military camp in Waziristan after Pakistan’s airstrikes on Kandahar

The United States on Monday (Mar 9) designated Afghanistan as a "State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention" while demanding that the Taliban government release two American citizens. Calling on Kabul to end its "hostage diplomacy", Secretary of the US State Department Marco Rubio alleged that the Taliban continues to kidnap people "to seek policy concessions". This comes just over a week after America, for the first time, added Iran to its new "wrongful detention" blacklist. The list was created via US President Donald Trump's executive order in September 2025.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/economy/amid-iran-war-dubai-gold-at-discount-of-30-but-it-s-bad-news-for-india-here-s-why-gold-prices-latest-1772863560146">Amid Iran war Dubai selling gold at discount, but it’s bad news for India. Here’s why</a><h2>Afghanistan's "terrorist tactics"</h2>In a statement, Rubio alleged that the "Taliban continues to use terrorist tactics, kidnapping individuals for ransom or to seek policy concessions".He said that it was not safe for American citizens to travel to Afghanistan because "the Taliban continues to unjustly detain our fellow Americans and other foreign nationals."Rubio called for the release of "Dennis Coyle, Mahmoud Habibi, and all Americans unjustly detained in Afghanistan now and commit to cease the practice of hostage diplomacy forever".<h2>Who is Mahmoud Habibi?</h2>An Afghan-American citizen, Mahmoud Habibi, previously served as Afghanistan's director of civil aviation. According to US authorities, Habibi, along with dozens of other employees of his telecommunications firm, was arrested in August 2022 — a year after the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in August 2021.Previously, the US State Department had issued a $5 million reward for any information that may lead to Habibi's return to America.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/america-s-deadliest-war-crime-investigation-finds-us-likely-responsible-for-devastating-school-strike-that-killed-150-iranian-girls-1772766411530">US investigation admits America was responsible for devastating school strike that killed over 150 Iranian girls</a><h2>Who is Dennis Coyle?</h2>Dennis Coyle is an academic from Colorado. According to the James Foley Foundation, he worked in Afghanistan for over two decades before being detained by the Taliban in January 2025.

Why has the US labelled Afghanistan a “State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention”?

Marco Rubio says the Taliban is using “hostage diplomacy” and has demanded the release of detained Americans. Who are the citizens being held? Here's all we know.

The United States on Monday (Mar 9) designated Afghanistan as a "State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention" while demanding that the Taliban government release two American citizens. Calling on Kabul to end its "hostage diplomacy", Secretary of the US State Department Marco Rubio alleged that the Taliban continues to kidnap people "to seek policy concessions". This comes just over a week after America, for the first time, added Iran to its new "wrongful detention" blacklist. The list was created via US President Donald Trump's executive order in September 2025. Also read | Amid Iran war Dubai selling gold at discount, but it’s bad news for India. Here’s why Afghanistan's "terrorist tactics" In a statement, Rubio alleged that the "Taliban continues to use terrorist tactics, kidnapping individuals for ransom or to seek policy concessions". He said that it was not safe for American citizens to travel to Afghanistan because "the Taliban continues to unjustly detain our fellow Americans and other foreign nationals." Rubio called for the release of "Dennis Coyle, Mahmoud Habibi, and all Americans unjustly detained in Afghanistan now and commit to cease the practice of hostage diplomacy forever". Who is Mahmoud Habibi? An Afghan-American citizen, Mahmoud Habibi, previously served as Afghanistan's director of civil aviation. According to US authorities, Habibi, along with dozens of other employees of his telecommunications firm, was arrested in August 2022 — a year after the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in August 2021. Previously, the US State Department had issued a $5 million reward for any information that may lead to Habibi's return to America. Also read | US investigation admits America was responsible for devastating school strike that killed over 150 Iranian girls Who is Dennis Coyle? Dennis Coyle is an academic from Colorado. According to the James Foley Foundation, he worked in Afghanistan for over two decades before being detained by the Taliban in January 2025.

Why has the US labelled Afghanistan a “State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention”?Marco Rubio says the Taliban is using “hostage diplomacy” and has demanded the release of detained Americans. Who are the citizens being held? Here's all we know.

US slams Afghanistan for 'terrorist tactics' designates it 'State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention'

Several countries have called for cessation of the hostilities between Pakistan and Afghanistan after Kabul announced attacks across the border in retaliation to the earlier airstrikes by Islamabad. China has called for a ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan, adding it is talking to both sides to try to end violent clashes that have left Beijing “deeply concerned”.&nbsp;Foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said China was “deeply concerned about the escalation of the conflict”, after Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan, including the capital Kabul, on Friday, and added that China has been mediating the conflict through its own channels.“China calls on both sides to remain calm and exercise restraint… achieve a ceasefire as soon as possible, and avoid further bloodshed,” she told a regular press briefing.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/afghanistan-warns-of-decisive-action-if-pakistan-continues-war-1772196518103">‘Our hand can reach their necks’: Afghanistan warns of ‘decisive’ action if Pakistan continues war</a>&nbsp;“China has consistently mediated the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan through its own channels and is willing to continue playing a constructive role in easing tensions.”&nbsp;China’s embassies in Pakistan and Afghanistan were “working with relevant parties in both countries on this matter”, she said.&nbsp;The Russian foreign ministry also called on Afghanistan and Pakistan to immediately cease attacks and resolve disagreements, according to Russia’s News agency RIA.&nbsp;&nbsp;UN human rights chief Volker Türk also appealed for dialogue between Afghanistan and Pakistan amid border clashes and deadly airstrikes,&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/canadian-pm-mark-carney-lands-in-mumbai-begins-his-four-day-india-visit-1772190849004">Canadian PM Mark Carney lands in Mumbai, begins his four-day India visit</a><h2>Iran offers to mediate, urges ‘path of dialogue’</h2>&nbsp;Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi cited the ‘blessed month of Ramadan’ and said it is fitting that Afghanistan and Pakistan manage and resolve their existing differences within the framework of good neighbourliness and through the path of dialogue.The Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to provide any assistance in facilitating dialogue and strengthening understanding and cooperation between the two countries, he added.&nbsp;<h2>Maulana Fazlur Rehman urges peace-seeking nations to intervene</h2>&nbsp;Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan, has called on peace-seeking countries in the region to diplomatically intervene to prevent a crisis between Pakistan and Afghanistan.&nbsp;He stated that diplomatic efforts can pave the way for a lasting solution to the problem, and according to him, military manoeuvres are not a path to resolution but rather exacerbate the issues.&nbsp;UN human rights chief Volker Türk also appealed for dialogue between Afghanistan and Pakistan amid border clashes and deadly airstrikes.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-15-outposts-captured-40-pak-soldiers-killed-says-afghan-22-taliban-personnel-slain-in-retaliatory-action-claims-islamabad-1772133592010">‘15 outposts captured, 40 Pak soldiers killed,’ says Afghan; 22 Taliban personnel slain in retaliatory action, claims Islamabad</a>&nbsp;Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, also expressed grave concern over the escalation of hostilities between Pakistan and Afghanistan and open conflict between two neighbouring Muslim nations.&nbsp;“Malaysia calls on both Pakistan and Afghanistan to exercise maximum restraint and to cease all military operations immediately. The legitimate security concerns of Pakistan must be addressed. Equally, the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Afghanistan must be respected. These two imperatives are not in contradiction. They can only be reconciled at the negotiating table.”

Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said China was deeply concerned about the escalation of the conflict after Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan on Friday. She added that China is mediating the conflict through its own channels.

Several countries have called for cessation of the hostilities between Pakistan and Afghanistan after Kabul announced attacks across the border in retaliation to the earlier airstrikes by Islamabad. China has called for a ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan, adding it is talking to both sides to try to end violent clashes that have left Beijing “deeply concerned”. Foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said China was “deeply concerned about the escalation of the conflict”, after Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan, including the capital Kabul, on Friday, and added that China has been mediating the conflict through its own channels. “China calls on both sides to remain calm and exercise restraint… achieve a ceasefire as soon as possible, and avoid further bloodshed,” she told a regular press briefing. Also Read: ‘Our hand can reach their necks’: Afghanistan warns of ‘decisive’ action if Pakistan continues war “China has consistently mediated the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan through its own channels and is willing to continue playing a constructive role in easing tensions.” China’s embassies in Pakistan and Afghanistan were “working with relevant parties in both countries on this matter”, she said. The Russian foreign ministry also called on Afghanistan and Pakistan to immediately cease attacks and resolve disagreements, according to Russia’s News agency RIA. UN human rights chief Volker Türk also appealed for dialogue between Afghanistan and Pakistan amid border clashes and deadly airstrikes, Also Read: Canadian PM Mark Carney lands in Mumbai, begins his four-day India visit Iran offers to mediate, urges ‘path of dialogue’ Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi cited the ‘blessed month of Ramadan’ and said it is fitting that Afghanistan and Pakistan manage and resolve their existing differences within the framework of good neighbourliness and through the path of dialogue. The Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to provide any assistance in facilitating dialogue and strengthening understanding and cooperation between the two countries, he added. Maulana Fazlur Rehman urges peace-seeking nations to intervene Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan, has called on peace-seeking countries in the region to diplomatically intervene to prevent a crisis between Pakistan and Afghanistan. He stated that diplomatic efforts can pave the way for a lasting solution to the problem, and according to him, military manoeuvres are not a path to resolution but rather exacerbate the issues. UN human rights chief Volker Türk also appealed for dialogue between Afghanistan and Pakistan amid border clashes and deadly airstrikes. Also Read: ‘15 outposts captured, 40 Pak soldiers killed,’ says Afghan; 22 Taliban personnel slain in retaliatory action, claims Islamabad Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, also expressed grave concern over the escalation of hostilities between Pakistan and Afghanistan and open conflict between two neighbouring Muslim nations. “Malaysia calls on both Pakistan and Afghanistan to exercise maximum restraint and to cease all military operations immediately. The legitimate security concerns of Pakistan must be addressed. Equally, the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Afghanistan must be respected. These two imperatives are not in contradiction. They can only be reconciled at the negotiating table.”

Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said China was deeply concerned about the escalation of the conflict after Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan on Friday. She added that China is mediating the conflict through its own channels.

Pak-Afghan war: China, Russia call for de-escalation; Iran offers help, Turkish FM holds talks

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan on Friday (Feb 27) reached a boiling point with Islamabad carrying out airstrikes in parts of Kabul, Kandahar and Paktia. The Afghan Taliban, meanwhile, announced that they have renewed attacks against Pakistani troops along their shared border. Are the two nations headed towards a war? Here's what we know.<h2>Pakistan-Afghanistan headed towards a war?</h2>Pakistan has already declared "open war" against Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities. On Friday (Feb 27) Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Asif, in a post on X, said that Islamabad's "patience has reached its limit."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-declares-open-war-against-afghanistan-taliban-says-patience-reached-its-limit-1772154130929">Pakistan declares 'open war' against Afghanistan Taliban, says 'patience reached its limit'</a>He noted that after NATO forces withdrew, Pakistan expected that there would be peace in Afghanistan and that the Taliban would prioritise the well-being of the Afghan people and regional stability. However, he claimed that instead, Afghanistan has become “a colony of India."He added that while Islamabad "made every effort to keep the situation normal through direct means and through friendly countries," but "attempts are being made to target Pakistan with aggression"."Now it is open war between us and you," he said, adding, "Now it will be ‘Dama Dam Mast Qalandar’.”Asif also slammed the Taliban government for "depriving" its citizens of "basic human rights," he noted that the government "snatched away the rights that Islam grants to women."<h2>Pakistan can ‘crush’ Afghanistan</h2>Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in a statement on Friday, said that his country's armed forces can "crush" aggressors. "Our forces have the full capability to crush any aggressive ambitions," Sharif said, according to the Pakistani government's X page. "The entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the Pakistan armed forces," he said.<h2>Iran offers to help 'facilitate dialogue' between Afghanistan and Pakistan</h2>In light of the heightened tensions, Iran has offered to help "facilitate dialogue" to resolve the conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan. "The Islamic Republic of Iran stands ready to provide any assistance necessary to facilitate dialogue and to enhance understanding and cooperation between the two countries," said Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a post on X.

Are Afghanistan and Pakistan on the brink of war? After rising border clashes and sharp warnings from Khawaja Asif, tensions have surged between Islamabad and the Taliban.Is this escalation temporary or something bigger? Scroll down to read more.

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan on Friday (Feb 27) reached a boiling point with Islamabad carrying out airstrikes in parts of Kabul, Kandahar and Paktia. The Afghan Taliban, meanwhile, announced that they have renewed attacks against Pakistani troops along their shared border. Are the two nations headed towards a war? Here's what we know. Pakistan-Afghanistan headed towards a war? Pakistan has already declared "open war" against Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities. On Friday (Feb 27) Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Asif, in a post on X, said that Islamabad's "patience has reached its limit." Also read | Pakistan declares 'open war' against Afghanistan Taliban, says 'patience reached its limit' He noted that after NATO forces withdrew, Pakistan expected that there would be peace in Afghanistan and that the Taliban would prioritise the well-being of the Afghan people and regional stability. However, he claimed that instead, Afghanistan has become “a colony of India." He added that while Islamabad "made every effort to keep the situation normal through direct means and through friendly countries," but "attempts are being made to target Pakistan with aggression". "Now it is open war between us and you," he said, adding, "Now it will be ‘Dama Dam Mast Qalandar’.” Asif also slammed the Taliban government for "depriving" its citizens of "basic human rights," he noted that the government "snatched away the rights that Islam grants to women." Pakistan can ‘crush’ Afghanistan Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in a statement on Friday, said that his country's armed forces can "crush" aggressors. "Our forces have the full capability to crush any aggressive ambitions," Sharif said, according to the Pakistani government's X page. "The entire nation stands shoulder to shoulder with the Pakistan armed forces," he said. Iran offers to help 'facilitate dialogue' between Afghanistan and Pakistan In light of the heightened tensions, Iran has offered to help "facilitate dialogue" to resolve the conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan. "The Islamic Republic of Iran stands ready to provide any assistance necessary to facilitate dialogue and to enhance understanding and cooperation between the two countries," said Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a post on X.

Are Afghanistan and Pakistan on the brink of war? After rising border clashes and sharp warnings from Khawaja Asif, tensions have surged between Islamabad and the Taliban.Is this escalation temporary or something bigger? Scroll down to read more.

Are Afghanistan and Pakistan headed for a war? Here's what we know

Taliban warns of a “calculated response” after Pakistan’s strikes on alleged militant camps, which Kabul says killed civilians. With tensions escalating and border crossings like Torkham and Chaman likely shut, fears of a fresh conflict between the two neighbours are rising.

Taliban warns of a “calculated response” after Pakistan’s strikes on alleged militant camps, which Kabul says killed civilians. With tensions escalating and border crossings like Torkham and Chaman likely shut, fears of a fresh conflict between the two neighbours are rising.

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