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Pakistan rejects Afghan Taliban claims of lacking capacity to fuel insecurity

The Pakistani information ministry rebutted Afghan Taliban assertions on Saturday regarding their inability to support terrorism in Pakistan.

Islamabad rebuts Kabul's stance on ‘lacking capacity’ to fuel insecurity in Pakistan, slams 'diversionary allegations'
File photo Islamabad rebuts Kabul's stance on ‘lacking capacity’ to fuel insecurity in Pakistan, slams 'diversionary allegations' Photo: Dawn

Ministry rebuts diversionary allegations

Islamabad's information ministry stated that the Taliban resorted to diversionary allegations instead of addressing legitimate security concerns. Officials asserted that claims about a lack of capacity do not address documented threats from Afghan soil. The ministry backed its position by citing reports from the United Nations Security Council and the US Congress.

Taliban denies supporting attacks

Spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid claimed it is not in Afghanistan's interest to create instability in Pakistan. He further argued that Islamabad's approach distracts security forces from their own duties. The interim administration denied possessing resources to foment or finance insecurity in neighboring countries.

Pakistan warns of measures

Islamabad warned the Afghan regime that regional peace remains elusive unless terrorism is verifiably addressed. Pakistan reaffirmed its resolve to take necessary measures to protect citizens and territorial integrity. The ministry insisted that blaming security institutions does not absolve Taliban authorities of their responsibility.

2 outlets, different leads

  • Dawn

    Islamabad rebuts Kabul's stance on ‘lacking capacity’ to fuel insecurity in Pakistan, slams 'diversionary allegations'

  • Business Recorder

    Pakistan asks Kabul to address terror emanating from its soil

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