A major terrorist attack occurred in Islamabad, Pakistan's capital. A suicide bomber struck outside a courthouse, killing 12 and injuring 27. This marks Islamabad's first civilian attack in a decade. Pakistan's Defense Minister, Khawaja Asif, called it a declaration of war, accusing Afghanistan.
When journalists revealed that the Pakistani Taliban (TTP) claimed responsibility, there was shock. Now, rising tensions between the two nations hint at full-scale war. Who will strike first? Experts anticipate that Pakistan's military might attack Afghanistan, yet the Taliban won't hold back in retaliation.
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The Islamabad courthouse blast was executed by TTP in revenge for Pakistan killing their allies. TTP is hiding in Afghanistan, making Pakistan blame the Taliban government there. In an interview, Defense Minister Asif stated that Afghanistan's attack on Islamabad ignited war flames. Upon hearing about TTP's claim, he remarked, "Really?" This video went viral on social media, where people question Pakistan's intelligence capabilities.
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Since October 2025, cross-border firing had intensified. A two-week conflict erupted on October 19, costing dozens of lives, with a brief ceasefire now broken. Pakistan claims over 6,000 TTP fighters are hiding in Afghanistan, conducting attacks on Pakistan.
The contested Durand Line has long been a source of conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Pakistan regards it as the boundary, but Afghanistan deems it invalid. Since the 1980s, Pakistan has sheltered Afghan refugees and backed the Taliban. Now, despite the Taliban in power, groups like TTP fight against Pakistan.
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Experts say Pakistan's 'strategic depth' policy backfired. Initially intended to buffer Afghanistan against India, now it's ensnared by TTP. Recent closeness between India and the Taliban irritates Pakistan. Al Jazeera reports suggest Pakistan is dragging India into the conflict.
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Pakistan's military remains formidable, capable of airstrikes along the Afghan border, evidenced by 2017 strikes. Yet, the Taliban boasts guerrilla warfare expertise, likely conducting cross-border raids. Domestic pressure suggests Pakistan will attack first.
According to Geopolitical Monitor, this is a 'strategic deadlock.' Both countries suffer weak economies—Pakistan bears over $100 billion in debt, and Afghanistan faces famine. War would devastate both. Social media users indicate Pakistan fights on two fronts—internally against TTP and externally with Afghanistan. A bloody war looms.
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Iran pledges peace efforts between the nations. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, on November 9, expressed readiness to reduce tensions. While the USA and China remain silent, India warns Pakistan against supporting terrorism. The United Nations calls for dialogue-driven resolutions.
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Should war erupt, millions could perish. Afghanistan, already devastated by the Taliban, would witness Pakistan's economy crumble. Experts suggest united efforts against groups like TTP. Pakistan has reinforced troops at the border. The world watches this 'Great Game' chapter unfold.
