Afghan, Pakistani forces exchange heavy fire as tensions flare

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesDecember 6, 2025 at 03:25 AM

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On December 6, 2025, Afghan and Pakistani forces exchanged heavy fire along their border, escalating tensions between the two countries. The skirmishes occurred near the Spin Boldak district in Afghanistan's Kandahar province and the Chaman border in Pakistan. Both sides accuse the other of initiating the firing, following unsuccessful peace talks in Saudi Arabia. According to Afghan officials, Pakistani forces used light and heavy artillery, impacting civilian homes. Pakistani officials stated that Afghan forces carried out unprovoked firing. The fighting reportedly lasted for approximately two hours before both sides agreed to stop. Relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have been strained since the Taliban's return to power in 2021.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Zabihullah Mujahid 50% Shehbaz Sharif 60% Taliban ×270% Afghanistan ×480% Pakistan ×480%

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Al Jazeera

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Afghanistan

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