Tensions rise on the border: Afghanistan and Pakistan accuse each other of violating the ceasefire

Afghanistan and Pakistan have stepped up mutual accusations of ceasefire violations amid ongoing talks in Istanbul aimed at securing a ceasefire agreement. In an incident that occurred on October 16, 2025, in the Spin Boldak area, Afghanistan accused Pakistani forces of opening fire, to which Pakistan responded by denying the accusation and stating that the shooting began on the Afghan side. This conflict arose at a time when delegations from both countries were in Turkey to finalize peace agreements previously approved in Qatar.

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Serious security issues remain at the center of the dispute, as Islamabad accuses Kabul of harboring Islamic extremists, including Pakistani Taliban, who carry out attacks on Pakistani territory. The talks in Istanbul ended without result, as both sides indicated their unwillingness to cooperate, causing concern among the population and posing a risk to further peace. According to the UN, a week of clashes in October led to the deaths of numerous civilians.

Further escalation of the conflict threatens regional stability and complicates the development of a monitoring mechanism necessary to uphold the peace agreement. Both states face the need to find a compromise to prevent further human and material losses on the border.