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Why is violence between Pakistan and Afghanistan recurring? | Inside Story

Published 26 September 2026 Β· world

They were once allies, but Pakistan and Afghanistan have become enemies. In 2021, Islamabad hailed the Taliban's return to power in Kabul as a victory

They were once allies, but Pakistan and Afghanistan have become enemies. In 2021, Islamabad hailed the Taliban's return to power in Kabul as a victory. But relations have deteriorated. In part, it's due to accusations the Afghan government is harbouring the Pakistani Taliban and other armed groups that have claimed responsibility for attacks inside Pakistan.

Kabul has denied sheltering or backing those fighters. The many attempts to stop the fighting have failed. So, what will be the fallout of this

cycle of violence? Presenter: Adrian Finighan Guests Syed Akhtar Ali Shah, former Inspector General of Police in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province Faiz Zaland, professor of Political

Science at Kabul University Michael Semple, former EU representative in Afghanistan Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App

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