KP residents appreciate govt's move to repatriate illegal Afghan migrants
Residents urged the government not to grant further extensions to undocumented migrants, stressing that illegal Afghan nationals have deeply affected local businesses
Pakistan-Afghanistan peace talks end without any breakthrough
A new round of peace talks mediated by Saudi Arabia between Pakistan and Afghanistan has failed to produce a breakthrough to end tensions between the South Asian neighbours
Afghan terror network uncovered in Pakistan after militant arrest in Talagang
Authorities say the suspect’s confessional video provides further proof of Afghan soil being used to orchestrate terrorism inside Pakistan.
Over 500,000 Afghan nationals found using Pakistani passports abroad
Senate committee reveals that more than 500,000 Afghan citizens traveled abroad with Pakistani passports. Ministry of Interior confirms misuse and ongoing digital data consolidation of citizens.
Avoid speculations over Faiz Hamid court martial case, says DG ISPR
Pakistani military spokesperson urges restraint over speculation on former DG ISI Faiz Hamid’s court martial, highlighting legal process, counterterrorism policy and regional security stance.
Pak-Afghan border closure drives up prices of essential goods in Afghanistan
Pakistan’s border closure raises essential goods prices in Afghanistan, worsening public hardship and economic strain.
Pakistan says coordinated strategy on Afghan trade halt 'vital for national security'
Pakistan says its Afghan border closure aims to curb smuggling, secure national interests and reshape regional trade, with Afghanistan facing major economic losses and long-term pressure
Pakistani forces seize US, NATO weapons from terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Pakistani forces recover US and NATO weapons from terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including rifles, explosives, and night vision gear, originally abandoned during foreign troop withdrawal.
Russia says ready to play role in reducing regional tensions
Offers mediation between Pakistan, India and Afghanistan for peace
'Traders cost $200 daily as Afghan-bound goods stranded at Pakistani ports'
“We had gradually increased the bilateral trade to $2.69 billion by 2018, which has now reduced to a few million dollars,” he continued.
Cadet College Wana attack plotted in Afghanistan, terrorists executed operation: security sources
Security sources confirm Cadet College Wana attack was planned in Afghanistan, executed by Afghan militants using US weapons under RAW directives to destabilize Pakistan’s security environment.
Pakistan may hit targets inside Afghanistan: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif
The defence minister warned India and Afghanistan against any misadventure, saying Pakistan would "pay back in the same coin"
Afghan hand, Indian backing exposed in Islamabad suicide blast
Investigations reveal Afghan involvement and Indian-sponsored group’s backing in Islamabad suicide blast, with threatening Taliban-linked social media posts surfacing hours before the attack.
Pakistan ready to cooperate if Kabul moves against TTP: PM Shehbaz
PM said that bringing together parliamentary leaders on one platform under the theme of “Peace, Security, and Development” is a matter of pride for Pakistan.
Pak-Afghan Istanbul talks end without progress, no next round planned: Khawaja Asif
The third round of talks, hosted in Istanbul, ended in a deadlock after Afghan interlocutors refused to sign written guarantees sought by Pakistan.
Afghan regime responsible for deadlock in talks in Istanbul: Khawaja Asif
Khawaja Asif said that Afghan authorities are not giving assurance to Pakistan regarding misuse of Afghan soil against our country.
Pakistan-Afghan Taliban talks continue in Istanbul: FO
Pakistan’s stance remains firm that Afghan soil must not be used for terrorism against any country.
201 Afghan students enrolled in Balochistan universities, report reveals
The quota for Afghan students in Balochistan’s universities has now been abolished
Pakistan, Afghanistan hold sixth round of peace talks
Pakistani delegation is led by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif
Pakistan reaffirms decisive measures to eliminate cross-border terrorism
The defence minister has said the unrepresentative Afghan Taliban regime is facing internal divisions.
Islamabad dismisses Afghan Taliban's misleading remarks over Istanbul talks
Pakistan has rejected the Afghan Taliban spokesperson’s misleading claims about the Istanbul negotiations, reaffirming its consistent and transparent stance on counterterrorism cooperation.
India offers help to Taliban for dam construction on Chitral's Kunar River
India offers to help Taliban build a dam on Chitral’s Kunar River, signaling renewed engagement as both sides highlight opportunities for hydroelectric cooperation.
Pakistan seeks to avoid further tension with Afghanistan: FO
Pakistan’s Foreign Office said the country wants no further tension with Afghanistan and hopes Afghan soil won’t be used against it.
No peace with Afghanistan unless TTP sanctuaries are dismantled, says Khawaja Asif
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif says peace with Afghanistan is impossible unless Kabul halts infiltration and ends support for the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
Tarar hopes terrorist attacks from Afghan soil will stop now
Attaullah Tarar said that the Afghan Taliban have agreed to cease terrorist activities, and added that ceasefire agreement also includes actions against the Fitna al-Khawarij by the Afghan Taliban
Pakistan, Afghan Taliban reach agreement to extend ceasefire
Additional principles for implementation will be discussed and finalized during a high-level meeting to be held on November 6 in Istanbul
India waging proxy war against Pakistan from Kabul: Khawaja Asif
Khawaja Asif claims India supports Afghan Taliban, using Afghan soil to wage a proxy war against Pakistan; warns of retaliation.
Pakistan agrees to resume talks with Afghan Taliban on Turkiye's request
Sources said that the Pakistani delegation, which was scheduled to return home on Thursday after unsuccessful talks here, would extend stay in the city to continue negotiations with the Taliban
Tarar warns of strong response to any attack on Pakistan from Afghan soil
Attaullah Tarar said that the terrorist attacks against Pakistan are being carried out from Afghan soil and added that the Afghan Taliban and the TTP are linked in terrorist incidents.
Mohsin Naqvi calls for Pak-Afghan issues to be resolved through dialogue
Mohsin Naqvi urged resolving Pakistan-Afghanistan issues through dialogue, emphasizing talks over conflict amid rising cross-border tensions.
UN voices concern over impasse at Pak-Afghan talks to reach peace accord
The UN voiced concern over failure of talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan in Istanbul, urging that the fighting not resume. The talks aimed to address TTP-related issues but ended without agreement
Khawaja Asif warns Taliban not to test Pakistan's resolve
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned the Taliban against testing Pakistan’s resolve, saying any attacks would have severe and bitter consequences.
Iran offers to mediate between Pakistan and Afghanistan
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran on a one-day official visit to attend the ECO Interior Ministers’ Conference
Istanbul talks end in stalemate, Pakistan announces operations to eliminate terrorists
Attaullah Tarar said that the government of Pakistan will continue to employ all resources which are required in this regard to decimate terrorists, their sanctuaries, their abettors and supporters
Kabul should behave like a respectable neighbour: Khawaja Asif
Khawaja Asif further said that he realized from the very first day that Kabul government did not have the authority to negotiate, yet Pakistan still held week-long talks with the Taliban delegation
Pakistan-Afghanistan talks stalled; third session expected today
According to sources, there has been no breakthrough in the two sessions held over 30 hours. Pakistan has decided to show “no flexibility” in its stance against the militant group “Fitna al-Khawarij”
Trump pledges to resolve Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict 'quickly'
US President Donald Trump said on Sunday he was committed to promoting global peace, stating that he preferred ending wars through dialogue and trade rather than engaging in conflict
Open war if Istanbul talks falter, Khawaja Asif warns
We have fought one war against India. India is fighting another proxy war through Afghan Taliban. They are acting as Indian proxies
Pakistan says Afghan crossings to stay shut amid security concerns
Pakistan keeps Afghan crossings closed amid tensions, prioritising citizens’ safety over trade, stresses international law compliance, and reaffirms stance on Palestine and India-Afghanistan relations
Afghanistan must know our reaction will be severe to any violation: Naqvi
Says efforts of civil and military leadership are yielding results, meets MQM leadership, discusses political situation
Torkham border set to reopen for trade after days of tension
Pakistan and Afghanistan are preparing to reopen the Torkham border for trade after an eight-day closure due to tensions, with customs staff and scanners returning to the terminal.
Ishaq Dar hails Pak-Afghan ceasefire as key step toward regional peace
Dar praised the “constructive roles of Qatar and Türkiye”, noting that “Pakistan looks forward to the establishment of a concrete and verifiable monitoring mechanism
Action against cross-border terrorism firm, not aggressive: Musadik Malik
He noted that communities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and parts of Balochistan have long borne the brunt of terrorism and instability
'Death of three Afghan cricketers in airstrike': Pakistan rejects ICC's claim as biased, premature
The federal minister said that the ICC should abstain from definitive attributions, avoid certifying unverified claims on the behest of others
Torkham border remains shut for seventh day amid Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes
Trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan remains suspended for the seventh day as the Torkham border closure leads to food shortages, rising prices, and spoilage of goods.
Five martyred, 4 terrorists killed as security forces foil suicide blast in North Waziristan
Security forces thwarted a suicide attack by the terrorist group Fitna al Khawarij in Mir Ali, North Waziristan, killing four militants
Pakistan, Afghanistan reach ceasefire agreement during Doha talks
Kh Asif said the delegations from the two sides would meet again in Istanbul on October 25 as he emphasised that both countries have agreed to respect each other’s territorial sovereignty.
Trump ready to broker ceasefire deal between Pakistan and Afghanistan
President Trump said that he had de-escalated eight global conflicts in the preceding eight months, where he cited the Pakistan-India conflict and the Gaza peace plan as examples.
Afghanistan has become India's proxy: Khawaja Asif
Khawaja Asif launched a sharp attack on Kabul, saying all Afghans must return to their homeland and added that our land resources are for 250 million Pakistanis.
Pakistan, Afghanistan extend ceasefire as Doha talks set to begin: report
Pakistan and Afghanistan have extended their ceasefire until the conclusion of peace talks in Doha, following days of intense border clashes.
Attaullah Tarar criticises KP CM for skipping key meeting on Afghan refugees
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar accused KP CM of political point-scoring for skipping a high-level meeting on Afghan refugees led by PM Shehbaz Sharif.
Terrorism not an internal issue, FO rejects Kabul-Delhi joint statement
Pakistan concerned over the provocations by the Afghan Taliban, Fitna al-Khawarij, and Fitna al-Hindustan
PM convenes high-level meeting in the wake of continued Afghan Taliban aggression
Overall security situation of the country and the ongoing tensions with Afghanistan will come under discussion. Important decisions are expected to be taken during the meeting
Pakistan rejects Afghan Taliban's claim over Bab-e-Dosti damage
Pakistani official say the Bab-e-Dosti gate is intact and Taliban themselves damaged their side to spread propaganda.
Pakistan Army foils major militant infiltration in Mohmand
Pakistan Army thwarted a major terrorist infiltration in Mohmand, killing 45-50 militants overnight. The operation targeted extremists aiming to spread terror in border areas.
Saudi foreign minister calls Ishaq Dar, discusses regional peace efforts
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan called Pakistan’s Deputy PM Ishaq Dar to discuss regional developments and reaffirm commitment to joint efforts for peace and stability.
China backs temporary Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire, urges restraint
China supports Pakistan and Afghanistan’s mutual 48-hour ceasefire following border clashes, urging restraint and lasting peace as both sides commit to diplomatic resolution efforts.
Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to 48-hour ceasefire amid border tensions
Pakistan carried out precision strikes in Afghanistan’s Kandahar and Kabul, destroying Taliban hideouts amid escalating border tensions between both nations.
Afghan government's claim of capturing Pakistani Army tanks turns out to be fake
Afghan Taliban’s false claim of capturing Pakistani Army tanks exposed; security sources confirm tanks belong to Taliban, not Pakistan.
President Zardari, Field Marshal Asim Munir discuss Afghanistan situation, national security
President Zardari and Field Marshal Asim Munir discussed Afghanistan’s situation, border operations, and Pakistan’s commitment to defend national security.
50 militants killed as security forces repel Afghan Taliban attacks in Spin Boldak
Pakistan Army repelled coordinated Afghan Taliban attacks in Spin Boldak, killing around 50 militants and thwarting major cross-border aggression.
Pakistan Army gives befitting response to Afghan Taliban fire along Kurram border
According to security sources, an Afghan Taliban commander was killed and five tank positions were destroyed within an hour as Pakistani troops responded with full force.
Fazl says he can help ease Pakistan-Afghan tensions
JUI-F chief Fazlur Rehman says he can help ease Pakistan-Afghan tensions, while urging restraint on rhetoric while questioning Pakistan’s Kashmir and defence policies.
Pakistan does not require outside advice on its internal matters, FO tells Afghanistan
In a statement, Foreign Office spokesperson said the principle of non-interference in matters of other countries should be adhered to as per international diplomatic norms
Funeral held for 12 martyred soldiers in wake of Afghan aggression
Twelve Pakistani soldiers martyred defending the border were honored in Rawalpindi. Army Chief and top officials attended. Nation pays tribute to their ultimate sacrifice.
Ahsan Iqbal condemns unprovoked firing by Afghanistan
Ahsan Iqbal in a statement said Pakistan desired peace in the region and always pursued a policy of good-neighbourly relations, but it possessed full capability to defend every inch of its territory.
Pakistan Army has given decisive response to Taliban's attack: Tarar
Pakistan Army foiled Taliban night attack, destroyed terror camps, gave strong response, says Atta Tarar; Afghanistan accused of betrayal.
Ishaq Dar warns terrorists seeking to damage Pak-Afghan ties amid border tensions
FM Ishaq Dar voiced concern over Afghan border tensions, accusing terrorists of harming Pak-Afghan ties and stressing Pakistan’s defensive, peace-focused response.
Chaman, Torkham borders closed amid Pak-Afghan rising tensions
Chaman and Torkham borders closed after Pak-Afghan clashes, halting trade and travel as tensions rise along the frontier.
PM Shehbaz, Nawaz discuss Pak-Afghan tensions, national issues
PM Shehbaz met Nawaz at Jati Umra to discuss Pak-Afghan tensions, political and economic issues, and government policies.
President, prime minister urge Afghan leadership to eliminate terrorists from its soil
The president urged the Afghan leadership to take concrete and practical steps to eliminate anti-Pakistan terrorist elements operating from its territory
23 soldiers martyred, over 200 Taliban killed in cross-border clashes with Afghanistan: ISPR
Pakistan Army repelled Afghan Taliban attacks, killing over 200 militants, while 23 soldiers embraced martyrdom in border clashes, says ISPR.
Qatar says Pak-Afghan escalation can destabilise regional peace
Urges both the countries to resolve issues amicably
Pakistan Army targets Afghan posts, camps, sectors used to support terrorists
Pakistan forces annihilated hideouts and posts of Afghan forces involved in facilitating terrorists against Pakistan
Pakistan rejects Afghan request to halt counteraction
Vows to continue retaliatory response to eliminate threats
Saudi Arabia voices concern over rising Pak-Afghan tensions
Urges restraint and stability for the region
People of KP tribal areas announce fighting Afghan terrorists
They said they are standing side by side with the Pakistan Army
Afghan forces firing on civilian areas violation of international laws: Mohsin Naqvi
Says Afghanistan to be given crushing response like India
Dozens of Afghan soldiers killed, several border posts destroyed in Pak Army reply to unprovoked firing
Afghan forces opened unprovoked firing at Pak-Afghan border in Angor Adda, Bajaur, Kurram, Dir, Chitral, and Baram Chah (Balochistan)
Pakistan warns Kabul after India-Afghanistan statement breaches UN resolutions
Pakistan summons Afghan envoy and rejects India-Afghanistan joint statement, calling Kashmir reference a UN violation and denouncing claims that terrorism is Pakistan’s internal issue.
