Dozens killed as Pakistan–Afghanistan border clashes escalate

13/10/2025 3 min
Dozens killed as Pakistan–Afghanistan border clashes escalate

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Episode Synopsis

Dozens of fighters have been killed in overnight border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan in the most serious fighting between the neighbours since the Taliban came to power in Kabul. Tensions have risen after Pakistan demanded the Taliban take action against militants who have stepped up attacks in Pakistan, saying they operate from bases in Afghanistan. The Taliban denies that Pakistani militants are present on its soil.

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