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One Enemy on Both Borders": Khawaja Asif Warns Kabul of Retaliation Mirrored After New Delhi Policy
The Defence Minister’s remarks follow a sharp escalation in cross-border tensions and the ongoing "open war" that began in February 2026. Asif accused the Afghan administration of acting as an Indian proxy by providing safe havens to militants targeting Pakistan.
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by News Desk
2026-05-13
One Enemy on Both Borders

Speaking on the floor of the National Assembly, Asif characterized the current security landscape as a unified threat where Kabul is effectively operating as an instrument of Indian policy. The Minister’s remarks signal a final diplomatic warning before a potential widening of military operations.

  • The Delhi Parallel: Asif explicitly stated, "What we did with Delhi, we will do the same with Kabul," referencing Pakistan's military response to Indian aggression in 2025. He claimed there is now "no difference" between the two capitals in their hostility toward Pakistan.

  • Failed Mediation: Despite high-level talks involving Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye, Asif revealed that Kabul has refused to provide written guarantees that Afghan soil will not be used for terrorism. He noted that verbal promises have proven hollow.

  • Proxies and Sabotage: The Minister accused Afghanistan of fighting a "Hindutva war" on behalf of India, alleging that following New Delhi's "defeat" last year, it has shifted its focus to destabilizing Pakistan through the western border.

  • Domestic Front: In a rare positive note, Asif mentioned that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government is now "on the same page" with the federation regarding the necessity of ending terrorism.

  • Military Courts: Addressing concerns from the opposition, the Minister announced that the government would soon introduce new legislation regarding military courts, emphasizing that the right to appeal already exists and is being utilized by the accused.
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