Afghanistan used to launch attacks on Pakistan: Defence minister Pakistan says no country will be allowed to shelter armed groups staging attacks against it as Kabul reject the charges. Al Jazeera · Jan 3, 2023
Monster makes fun of creator: Taliban leader shames Pakistan, shares 1971 surrender picture NEW DELHI: Pakistan tasted their own medicine when an Afghan Taliban member shamed them for surrendering to India in the 1971 war that led to the creation of a new nation, Bangladesh from erstwhile East Pakistan. The Times of India · Jan 3, 2023
Yearender 2022: Pakistan-Taliban ties in jeopardy over Durand Line crisis NEW DELHI: The honeymoon period between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban is over as Islamabad is facing an emerging security situation in border provinces and an assertive Taliban, which is unwilling to accept any 'one-sided' change in the status quo ante on the Durand Line issue. The Times of India · Jan 1, 2023
What is behind a resurgence of violent attacks in Pakistan? Analysts say the government must assert its dominance and immediately devise a strategy to counter escalating attacks. Al Jazeera · Dec 26, 2022
U.N. shelves bid by Afghan Taliban, Myanmar junta for representation The United Nations General Assembly on Friday approved postponing - for the second time - a decision on whether the Afghan Taliban administration and the Myanmar junta can send a United Nations ambassador to New York. Reuters · Dec 16, 2022
Pakistan: Afghan Taliban Shell Border Town, Killing Civilian Pakistani authorities on Thursday said one person was killed and 11 were wounded when Afghan Taliban forces fired mortars toward civilians near the southwestern Chaman border crossing, reflecting increasing tension between the neighboring nations. The latest violence follows a series of deadly incidents and attacks that have strained relations between… Asharq Al-Awsat · Dec 15, 2022
Pakistan: Afghan Taliban shell border town, killing civilian Pakistani authorities say one person was killed and at least 11 injured when Afghan Taliban fighters fired mortars toward the civilians near the southwestern Chaman border crossing The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2022
Pakistan reopens key Afghan border point shut after clashes Pakistani authorities have reopened a key border crossing with neighboring Afghanistan that was briefly shut during clashes between the two sides The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2022
Five challenges Pakistan’s new army chief faces General Asim Munir has taken over at a time when Pakistan is tackling multiple crises. Al Jazeera · Dec 6, 2022
‘Assassination attempt’ on Pakistan envoy in Afghan capital Attacker failed to harm the Pakistani diplomat, but shot and wounded his security guard outside its mission in Kabul. Al Jazeera · Dec 2, 2022
US designates members of Pakistan armed groups as ‘terrorists’ The designation includes leaders of the South Asia-based al-Qaeda offshoot and the so-called Pakistani Taliban. Al Jazeera · Dec 2, 2022
Pakistan Taliban ends ceasefire with gov’t, threatens new attacks The armed group calls off a truce that started in June and orders fighters to ‘carry out attacks in the entire country’. Al Jazeera · Nov 28, 2022
Malala Visits Pakistan on 10th Anniversary of Taliban Shooting Nobel Peace laureate Malala Yousafzai on Tuesday returned to her native Pakistan to meet flood victims, 10 years after a Taliban assassination attempt against her. Her visit -- only the second since she was flown to Britain for life-saving treatment -- comes as thousands of people protested in her home… Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 11, 2022
Iran Says Border Guards Have Clashed with Afghan Taliban Iranian border guards clashed Sunday with the Afghan Taliban, Iranian media reported, the latest cross-border exchange since the former insurgents seized power in neighboring Afghanistan a year ago. The official IRNA news agency quoted Meisam Barazandeh, governor of the border country of Hirmand in eastern Iran, as saying that the… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 31, 2022
The Hindu · Jul 1, 2022 Clear signals the ‘fringe’ ought to read With three of the most visible faces in the country highlighting India’s inclusivity and tolerance, the message is clear
Reuters · Jun 8, 2022 Afghan Taliban unveils new uniforms for reconstituted police force Taliban authorities on Wednesday introduced new uniforms for its reconstituted Afghan police force, as the de facto government attempts to shift away from using its insurgent military forces to handle law and order.
The Independent UK · Jun 4, 2022 Pakistan’s Taliban announces indefinite ceasefire with government Spokesperson for Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan says ‘substantial progress’ was made during talks
The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2022 Pakistan sends 50-member team to Kabul to discuss cease-fire Pakistan’s government has sent a 50-member delegation of tribal elders to Kabul to negotiate an extension of a truce with the Pakistani Taliban
Reuters · May 26, 2022 Afghanistan's Taliban step up coal exports to boost local budget The Afghan Taliban are stepping up coal exports to Pakistan and have raised duties on sales, officials said, as the group aims to generate more revenue from its mining sector in the absence of direct foreign funding.
The Independent UK · May 18, 2022 Pakistan Taliban extend truce for more talks with government The Pakistani Taliban say they are extending a cease-fire with the government in Islamabad until May 30, after the two sides held an initial round of talks in neighboring Afghanistan
Reuters · Apr 24, 2022 Afghan defence minister says will not tolerate 'invasions' Afghanistan's acting defence minister said on Sunday that the Taliban administration would not tolerate "invasions" from its neighours after protesting against airstrikes it says were conducted by neighbouring Pakistan.
The Hindu · Apr 20, 2022 Changed situation: On Pakistan’s frustration with the Taliban Pakistan’s frustration with the Taliban response to its security challenges is evident
The Hindu · Mar 15, 2022 Pakistan’s neutrality, Taliban’s worry The Afghan Taliban will be affected by Imran Khan’s diplomatic manoeuvres in the Ukraine minefield
France 24 · Feb 9, 2022 Pakistan’s ‘good Taliban-bad Taliban’ strategy backfires, posing regional risks For decades, Pakistan pursued a policy of supporting the Afghan Taliban while cracking down on the Pakistani Taliban, the Tehreek-i-Taliban (TTP). With the Taliban in power in Afghanistan, Islamabad may have won its “long game”. But its game of chicken may be backfiring with jihadists coming home to roost.
Al Jazeera · Jan 31, 2022 After Oslo talks, what’s next for Afghanistan? Analysts say talks between Taliban and US and European officials imply a ‘de facto’ recognition of the Taliban gov’t.