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Pakistan vs Afghan Taliban: Military Might Compared Amid Rising Tensions

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have flared after the Afghan Taliban administration accused Islamabad of attacking a drug rehabilitation centre — a charge Pakistan has denied. As concerns grow over possible escalation, here is a comparison of the two militaries based on data from the London-based International Institute for Strategic Studies, reported by Reuters. (Image: Canva AI)

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CNBC TV18•17-03-2026, 19:27

Pakistan vs Afghan Taliban: Military Might Compared Amid Rising Tensions

•Tensions flare after Afghan Taliban accuse Pakistan of attacking a drug rehabilitation center, a charge Pakistan denies.
•Pakistan's military boasts 660,000 active personnel, modern equipment, and strong support from China.
•Afghan Taliban's forces are estimated at 150,000 fighters, facing limitations due to lack of international recognition.
•Pakistan holds a significant advantage in heavy weapons, artillery, and air power with 422 combat aircraft.
•Pakistan is a nuclear-armed nation, creating a major strategic imbalance as Afghanistan lacks nuclear capabilities.

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