'5 soldiers, 25 militants killed': Pak reports fresh border clashes with Afghanistan

Times of IndiaCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by TOI WORLD DESKOctober 26, 2025 at 05:38 PM

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Pakistan's military reported that five of its soldiers and 25 militants were killed during recent border clashes with Afghanistan. These incidents occurred as Afghan and Pakistani officials met in Istanbul to discuss a ceasefire agreement. Pakistan’s defence minister warned of an “open war” if peace talks fail. The discussions in Istanbul follow earlier negotiations in Doha, where both countries agreed to an immediate ceasefire after intense fighting left dozens dead, marking the most severe border violence since the Taliban took control in 2021. Pakistan has urged the interim Afghan government to manage its borders effectively and adhere to obligations under the Doha Agreement.

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