Pakistan warns of ‘strong response’ to Afghan provocations after border clashes

by Theleaders | October 12, 2025 6:08 pm

ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 — Pakistan’s prime minister said on Sunday he “strongly condemns provocations” by Afghanistan, vowing a “strong and effective response” after border clashes between the neighbouring countries overnight.

“There will be no compromise on Pakistan’s defence, and every provocation will be met with a strong and effective response,” Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said in a statement, accusing Taliban authorities in Afghanistan of allowing their land to be used by “terrorist elements”. 

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