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Pakistan's Defence Minister Directs All Afghans to Return Home

Pakistan's Defence Minister Directs All Afghans to Return Home

Post by : Raman

Khawaja Asif, the Defence Minister of Pakistan, has ramped up rhetoric against Afghanistan by ordering all Afghans residing in Pakistan to head back to their homeland. He stated that Pakistan's resources are exclusively for its citizens and accused the Afghan government of supporting terrorism and acting as an "Indian proxy." This declaration has further escalated tensions between the two neighboring nations, which have already faced a series of clashes and security concerns.

In a post on social media, Asif remarked, "All Afghans must return home. They have established a government in Kabul. Our land and resources cater to 250 million Pakistanis." His statement signals a significant shift in Pakistan’s approach towards the Afghan Taliban regime, moving away from a previously cautious engagement.

This announcement follows heightened tensions after Pakistani airstrikes were reported in Paktika province, inciting accusations of ceasefire violations from the Taliban, which claim that Pakistan has breached the truce. Pakistan, on the other hand, asserts the strikes targeted TTP militants that they claim are harbored by Kabul.

Khawaja Asif expressed the extent of Islamabad's frustrations by revealing that 836 protest notes and 13 formal communications have been sent to Afghan authorities over cross-border terrorism issues. "There will be no more protest notes or calls for peace," he asserted. "No delegations will visit Kabul. The sources of terrorism will face consequences." This marks a clear sign of diminishing patience from Pakistan towards Afghanistan, especially as cross-border attacks rise.

Additionally, Asif accused the Taliban regime of acting as a "proxy for India," claiming that the leaders in Kabul are conspiring against Pakistan, contrasting their past relationship when they were under Pakistan's protection. This accusation points to deepening distrust, suggesting that Islamabad now views the Afghan administration as allied with its regional adversary.

Highlighting the human toll their conflict has taken, Asif stated that Pakistan has experienced 10,347 terrorist incidents resulting in 3,844 fatalities since the Taliban regained power in 2021. He argued that these figures are indicative of Kabul's negligence in addressing militancy from its territory. “Patience has run its course,” he emphasized.

Pakistan consistently demands the Afghan Taliban prevent cross-border militant activities, while Kabul insists it does not support such actions against Pakistan. The persistent mistrust signals a prolonged period of strained relations between the two countries, suggesting that diplomatic reconciliation may be a distant goal.

The directive to expel Afghans has raised alarms among political commentators and analysts, who fear it could lead to a humanitarian crisis and exacerbated geopolitical tensions in the region, especially considering the long-term presence of millions of Afghan refugees in Pakistan.

Earlier, Asif had suggested mobilizing madrassa students as a defensive measure against India, indicating a continuation of Islamabad’s hardline approach prioritizing national security over diplomatic initiatives.

Asif’s comments emerged as a ceasefire agreement expired, raising concerns of renewed conflict along the Durand Line. Despite potential peace talks in Doha, the hardening stance from Islamabad suggests dwindling trust towards Kabul.

In wrapping up his statement, Asif framed his remarks as a matter of Pakistan's dignity and sovereignty, asserting, "Nations that respect themselves do not rely on foreign land and resources. Pakistan is for Pakistanis — and no one else." This declaration posits South Asia on a precarious path toward a potential new chapter of confrontation, caught in a cycle of distrust and historical grievances.

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