Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions escalate as Kabul calls for diplomacy

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Afghan Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi said Monday that problems with Pakistan can be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy, while accusing Pakistan’s military of relying on military language rather than political understanding. He said Kabul regards self-defense against any aggression as a legitimate and undeniable right. The statements came as relations between the neighboring countries—once partners but increasingly hostile—have deteriorated and military tensions have spiraled. The developments are significant because prolonged confrontation could worsen insecurity along the border, intensify displacement and complicate regional efforts to manage Afghanistan’s political and humanitarian challenges.

Sources: Reuters