The Taliban government has accused Pakistan of indirectly supporting the Islamic State (ISIS) by allowing the terror group to establish bases in various regions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. The claim has intensified tensions between the two nations, already strained by recent border clashes.
The Taliban government in Afghanistan has alleged that Pakistan is facilitating the regrouping of the Islamic State (ISIS) in its border regions. According to a report by the Taliban’s Central Security and Purification Commission, ISIS has established strongholds in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with assistance from local militant groups. These areas have reportedly become operational centers for ISIS recruitment, attracting new members from Asia and Europe.
The annual report, released on January 22, claims that insurgent leaders, previously expelled from Afghanistan, have fled to Pakistan and are being supported by the Pakistani government in re-establishing their networks. The Taliban has further warned that ISIS is likely to launch attacks from these newly formed bases in the coming months, both within the region and globally.
Despite the accusations, Pakistan has not yet responded to the Taliban’s allegations. However, analysts suggest that these growing tensions between the two nations could escalate further, with both sides accusing each other of supporting insurgent activities.
Liberty News’ international correspondent reports that the situation along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border remains volatile, with frequent skirmishes between border security forces adding to the complexity of the bilateral relationship.
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