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Pakistan's Sharp Attacks on Afghanistan: Unpacking the 'Open War' and Key Reasons

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News18•18-03-2026, 19:11

Pakistan's Sharp Attacks on Afghanistan: Unpacking the 'Open War' and Key Reasons

•Pakistan's recent air strikes in Afghanistan mark a serious escalation, with experts calling it an 'open war' situation.
•The primary driver is the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) conflict; Pakistan alleges TTP uses Afghan soil for attacks.
•Afghan Taliban's refusal to act against TTP stems from ideological similarities and fear of internal division.
•The long-standing Durand Line border dispute and Pakistan's fencing efforts fuel cross-border tensions.
•Other factors include the Afghan refugee issue, Pakistan's strategic insecurity, and a potential diversionary tactic amidst international pressure.

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