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Afghanistan· KabulPakistan-Afghanistan Tensions Escalate Over Cross-Border Terrorism
Pakistan has criticized the Afghan Taliban for not addressing terrorism originating from Afghanistan, warning of potential action against cross-border threats.
Background
Pakistan and Afghanistan share a complex, often tense relationship, marked by a long, porous border and historical disputes. A key point of contention is cross-border militancy, with Pakistan frequently accusing groups operating from Afghanistan of carrying out attacks within its territory. The Afghan Taliban, who regained power in 2021, deny these allegations or claim they are working to address the issue, but tensions persist.
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