Late Friday night, a tense calm along the Chaman border was shattered as heavy cross-border fire broke out between Pakistani and Afghan forces. The confrontation occurred under the cover of darkness, escalating tensions in the region and alarming local residents.
Eyewitnesses reported that the violence began around 10 pm when Afghan troops allegedly fired mortar shells in the Badani area. Pakistani forces responded almost immediately, turning the border into a zone of active conflict. Some reports suggest that skirmishes may have also occurred along the Chaman–Kandahar highway, although these claims remain unverified.
The incident marks another episode of frequent provocations along the border. Pakistan has previously condemned similar actions by Afghan forces, citing repeated breaches of peace. Meanwhile, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid denied claims of aggression by Afghanistan, stating that Pakistani forces struck first near Spin Boldak and that Afghan troops were only defending themselves.
Local hospitals reported injuries from the confrontation, although official casualty figures have yet to be confirmed. The intense exchange of fire left residents terrified and forced many to seek safety away from the border areas. Authorities have urged calm, but the ongoing tension has left the region on high alert.
The heavy cross-border fire has raised concerns about escalating violence along the Pakistan-Afghanistan frontier. Security analysts warn that repeated clashes could destabilize the already fragile situation in the border districts. Military sources continue to monitor the situation closely while civilian movements remain restricted due to safety concerns.
So far, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) and the federal government have not issued official statements regarding the incident. The heavy cross-border fire serves as a stark reminder of the persistent volatility along the Chaman border and the urgent need for de-escalation measures.
As the region awaits clarification, both local authorities and residents hope for immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to relative calm along the volatile frontier.
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