Residents in a border area between Afghanistan and Pakistan have been forced to flee as forces from both sides engaged in clashes into the early hours of Tuesday. The skirmishes occurred at Torkham, a crucial crossing point between the two countries that has been closed since February 21 due to an ongoing dispute.
According to a Pakistani official, who requested anonymity, the exchange of gunfire overnight on Monday created a sense of fear and panic among the local population. Security forces from both nations used light and heavy weapons, prompting residents to seek refuge in safer locations.
