Daijiworld Media Network – Kabul

Kabul, Oct 10: The Taliban government on Friday accused Pakistan of bombing a border town and violating Afghanistan’s sovereignty, following two late-night explosions in Kabul.

In a statement on social media, the Afghan Defence Ministry said, "Pakistan violated Afghanistan’s airspace, bombing a civilian market in the Marghi area of Paktika near the Durand Line and also violating Kabul’s sovereign territory. This is an unprecedented, violent, and provocative act. We strongly condemn this violation of Afghan airspace, and defending our territory is our right."

The alleged attack coincided with the visit of Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to New Delhi. Commenting on the incident, Muttaqi said, "I think it’s a wrong step by the Pakistan government. Such issues cannot be resolved by strength. Countries with disputes should resolve them internally. Peace and prosperity are good for all. Yes, a blast was heard in Kabul, but no casualties have been reported. Some attacks happened in border areas, and we condemn them. We have opened doors for dialogue and diplomacy."

Earlier, Afghanistan spokesperson Zabihullah confirmed an explosion in Kabul late Thursday, adding that no damage was reported and investigations are ongoing.

Meanwhile, India and Afghanistan on Friday termed Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism a shared threat. Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar said, "We must coordinate efforts to combat terrorism in all its forms. We appreciate your sensitivity towards India’s security concerns. Your support after the Pahalgam terrorist attack was noteworthy."

Muttaqi assured India that Afghanistan will not allow any group to use its territory against Indian interests, highlighting Daesh (ISIS) as the main regional threat and emphasizing that Kabul is on the frontlines of this fight.

India also announced plans to upgrade its technical mission in Kabul to embassy status and confirmed it will continue development projects in Afghanistan, reaffirming its strategic and humanitarian commitment to the country.