‘I get along very well with Pakan’: Trump signals support for Islamabad amid ‘open war’ with Taliban | World News

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US President Donald Trump said he is open to intervening in the ongoing conflict between Pakan and Afghanan, but stressed that he shares a strong relationship with Pakan’s leadership.

Speaking to reporters on Friday, Trump said, “I would (intervene). But I get along with Pakan very very well. They have a great Prime Miner, a great General. They have a great leader. Two of the people that I really respect a lot. Pakan is doing terrifically well.” His remarks were reported Reuters.

Trump’s comments come as tensions between Islamabad and Kabul have escalated following a series of cross-border strikes. Pakan has described the situation as “open war” after launching airstrikes in Kabul, Kandahar and Paktia. The strikes marked the first time Islamabad directly targeted Taliban-controlled cities over allegations that militants were being harboured across the border.

Both sides have reported casualties, though the figures could not be independently verified. Pakan said 12 of its soldiers were killed in recent clashes, while Afghan authorities said 13 Taliban fighters died. Each side has claimed higher losses on the opposing side.

Despite the escalation, the Taliban adminration in Afghanan has signalled that it is open to talks.Story continues below this ad

Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said the group prefers dialogue to resolve disputes.

The United States has said it is closely monitoring the situation. A senior State Department official expressed support for Pakan’s right to defend itself against Taliban attacks while also offering condolences for those killed.

The renewed fighting has raised concerns about stability along the long and porous border shared the two countries.