Kabul warned of ‘unbearable punishment’ as clashes persist along border
⟶ Clashes persisted along the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan, leading to the closure of the Torkham crossing for five hours following a firefight. The dispute reportedly centered over a check post.
• Torkham stays shut for five hours following firefight over disputed check post• Military spox says Afghan Taliban ‘won’t be able to bear cost’ of harbouring terrorists• Names India as ‘prime contractor’ behind terrorism in Pakistan• Rubio says US shares Pak…
Background
Torkham is a border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The Afghan Taliban are in control of Afghanistan.
Why it matters
A military spokesperson stated that the Afghan Taliban 'won't be able to bear the cost' of harboring terrorists. Pakistan has named India as the 'prime contractor' behind terrorism in their country.