Pakistani federal minister Ahsan Iqbal has vowed to continue counteracting Afghanistan’s aggressive stance, emphasizing the need for a logical resolution to the ongoing conflict. Speaking on Geo News’ program ‘New Pakistan,’ Iqbal underscored Pakistan’s sacrifices for Afghanistan, including providing shelter to 4 million refugees, and expressed his hope that the situation would improve, with a ‘cool breeze’ from Afghanistan.
The federal minister highlighted that Afghan Taliban regime’s official accounts have been spreading propaganda and false claims, which are shameful. He criticized the regime for targeting Pakistani citizens, mosques, and imambargahs, and accused them of supporting terrorist organizations in Balochistan.
The situation has escalated further, with Pakistan’s authorities issuing a warning against unnecessary travel to Iran due to security concerns. In a bid to strengthen security, the Pakistani government has taken measures to protect its citizens, including tightening airport security and restricting the movement of non-essential personnel.
Pakistan has also taken action against Afghan nationals living in the country without proper documentation, with 83 individuals being arrested in recent operations. The Pakistani military has conducted airstrikes against Taliban positions in Afghanistan, including the Taliban’s headquarters in Kandahar and targets in the Nangarhar province.
The situation has led to a significant increase in security measures across the country, with authorities imposing a complete ban on movement in several districts under Section 144. The Pakistan Air Force has also targeted Taliban positions in Afghanistan, with reports suggesting that several key commanders were killed in the operations.
The conflict has also spilled over into neighboring countries, with Iran launching a missile attack on a site in Jordan, targeting American forces, and explosions reported in the Saudi capital, Riyadh. The situation remains volatile, with the Pakistani government advising its citizens to exercise caution and avoid unnecessary travel to high-risk areas.
