At least seven persons were killed and several others sustained injuries in a cylinder blast incident that took place in Chaman area of Balochistan, TV channels quoting police sources reported on Thursday. According to initial reports, seven persons lost their lives after a cylinder blast that installed in a house located near Torpull area of […]
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Cross-border firing halts movement at Chaman, hundreds stranded
The Pakistan–Afghanistan border at Chaman remained closed on Saturday following cross-border firing late Friday night. Hundreds of travellers, traders, and families are stranded on both sides. Security forces reinforced key crossing points amid rising tensions and fears of a prolonged standoff. The Frontier Corps and other Pakistani units strengthened positions at the border, while Afghan […]
Hand-carved mountain museum becomes Chaman’s cultural gem
CHAMAN: In the heart of the Chaman mountain range, a remarkable museum has emerged, carved entirely by hand into the rugged hillside. What looks like a simple mountain from afar reveals five intricately sculpted rooms that showcase the region’s rich history and culture. The museum, the vision of local resident Ibrahim Khan, combines heritage with […]
Pakistan, Afghanistan Agree to 48-Hour Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clashes
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and Afghanistan on Wednesday agreed to a temporary ceasefire after a new wave of cross-border clashes threatened to spiral into full-scale conflict. According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the 48-hour ceasefire took effect at 6pm local time and was implemented at the Taliban’s request “with mutual consent.” Both sides have pledged to work […]
Chaman, Torkham borders shut as Pak-Afghan tensions escalate
Pakistan has temporarily closed the Chaman and Torkham border crossings amid renewed clashes and rising tensions with Afghan forces, halting trade and pedestrian movement on both sides. Officials confirmed that the decision was taken as a precautionary measure to prevent further escalation and ensure the safety of civilians and traders. The closure has disrupted routine […]
Five killed in Chaman explosion near taxi stand
At least five people were killed and three others injured in an explosion at a border taxi stand in Balochistan’s Chaman city on Wednesday. The area’s assistant commissioner said that the blast occurred when explosives hidden in passengers’ luggage went off at the busy stand. The deceased and injured were immediately shifted to the District […]
One killed, 15 injured as Afghan forces open fire at Chaman population
At least 15 civilians were injured when indiscriminate firing by Afghan forces targeted civilian population in Chaman. According to local administration, the border area is being evacuated after clashes and an emergency has been declared in DHQ Chaman. Medical Suprindent Dr Malik Achakzai said that at least 12 people are under treatment at the health […]
Security mechanism at Torkham border meant to ensure entries, not humiliating Afghans
Islamabad: Security mechanism at Torkham border meant to ensure entries not humiliating Afghans. The measures like Integrated Border Management System and coordination mechanism introduced at Afghan borders is purely an effort to ensure secure entries within Pakistan’s territories, having nothing to do with humiliating the Afghan people. According to security officers, like any other sovereign […]
Pak-Afghan border opens for trade at Chaman
Dozens of trucks from Pakistan crossed into Afghanistan via Babe Dausti crossing as trade activities resumed on Monday at the Pak-Afghan border at Chaman. The capture of Afghanistan’s border town of Spin Buldak by the Taliban around 12 days ago had prompted the authorities in Pakistan to order the suspension of all types of trade […]
Chaman border closed due to increase in covid infections in Afghanistan
Due to the increase in coronavirus cases in Afghanistan, Pakistan has closed off the Pak-Afghan friendship gate in Chaman for bilateral pedestrian traffic. According to Deputy Commissioner Chaman Tariq Mengal, the friendship gate has been closed for two-way traffic from Friday June 18 as per the decision of National Command and Operating centre (NCOC). “Bilateral […]