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Business Standard
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Pakistan closes key border crossing with Afghanistan amid security threats
Pakistan has temporarily closed a key border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats, until further notice, officials said on Sunday. The Ghulam Khan border has been closed after Saturday's suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's North Waziristan district and skirmishes in the province, bordering Afghanistan, a senior Pakistani security official said. "Following the attack, a curfew has been imposed in North Waziristan, and the border (Ghulam Khan) has been shut down for an unspecified period, he said. At least 13 security personnel were killed and three others injured in the suicide attack. Abidullah Farooqi, spokesperson for the Interim Afghan Government's Border Forces, confirmed the closure on Sunday, stating that Pakistani authorities have not provided a clear explanation for the move. Pakistani officials have merely instructed vehicles at the crossing to use alternative routes, Farooqi said in a statement. In a separate press release, the provincial administration of Khost province of Afghanistan said officials at the Ghulam Khan crossing were informed by Pakistani authorities on Saturday evening that the route would be temporarily closed due to ongoing security threats. The statement further noted that no specific timeline has been provided for the reopening of the border, and the closure will remain in effect until further notice. The Ghulam Khan crossing, located in Khost province, is a critical trade and transit point between the two countries, particularly for goods travelling to and from Pakistan's North Waziristan region. Afghan authorities have urged citizens, traders, and travellers to avoid the route and instead use other crossings, such as Torkham or Spin Boldak, until the situation is resolved.
The Hindu
29-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Pakistan closes key border crossing with Afghanistan amid security threats
Pakistan has temporarily closed a key border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats, until further notice, officials said on Sunday (June 29, 2025). The Ghulam Khan border has been closed after Saturday's (June 28, 2025) suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's North Waziristan district and skirmishes in the province, bordering Afghanistan, a senior Pakistani security official said. 'Following the attack, a curfew has been imposed in North Waziristan, and the border (Ghulam Khan) has been shut down for an unspecified period,' he said. At least 13 security personnel were killed and three others injured in the suicide attack. Also Read | Suicide car bombing in Pakistan kills 14 soldiers and wounds 25 people Abidullah Farooqi, spokesperson for the Interim Afghan Government's Border Forces, confirmed the closure on Sunday (June 29, 2025), stating that Pakistani authorities have not provided a clear explanation for the move. 'Pakistani officials have merely instructed vehicles at the crossing to use alternative routes,' Mr. Farooqi said in a statement. In a separate press release, the provincial administration of Khost province of Afghanistan said officials at the Ghulam Khan crossing were informed by Pakistani authorities on Saturday (June 28, 2025) evening that the route would be temporarily closed due to ongoing security threats. The statement further noted that no specific timeline has been provided for the reopening of the border, and the closure will remain in effect until further notice. The Ghulam Khan crossing, located in Khost province, is a critical trade and transit point between the two countries, particularly for goods travelling to and from Pakistan's North Waziristan region. Afghan authorities have urged citizens, traders, and travellers to avoid the route and instead use other crossings, such as Torkham or Spin Boldak, until the situation is resolved.
Indian Express
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Pakistan closes key border crossing with Afghanistan amid security threats
Pakistan has temporarily closed a key border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats, until further notice, officials said on Sunday. The Ghulam Khan border has been closed after Saturday's suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's North Waziristan district and skirmishes in the province, bordering Afghanistan, a senior Pakistani security official said. 'Following the attack, a curfew has been imposed in North Waziristan, and the border has been shut down for an unspecified period,' he said. At least 13 security personnel were killed and three others injured in the suicide attack. Abidullah Farooqi, spokesperson for the Interim Afghan Government's Border Forces, confirmed the closure on Sunday, stating that Pakistani authorities have not provided a clear explanation for the move. 'Pakistani officials have merely instructed vehicles at the crossing to use alternative routes,' Farooqi said in a statement. In a separate press release, the provincial administration of Khost province of Afghanistan said officials at the Ghulam Khan crossing were informed by Pakistani authorities on Saturday evening that the route would be temporarily closed due to ongoing security threats. The statement further noted that no specific timeline has been provided for the reopening of the border, and the closure will remain in effect until further notice. The Ghulam Khan crossing, located in Khost province, is a critical trade and transit point between the two countries, particularly for goods travelling to and from Pakistan's North Waziristan region. Afghan authorities have urged citizens, traders, and travellers to avoid the route and instead use other crossings, such as Torkham or Spin Boldak, until the situation is resolved.
Time of India
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pakistan closes key border crossing with Afghanistan amid security threats
Pakistan has temporarily closed a key border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats, until further notice, officials said on Sunday. The Ghulam Khan border has been closed after Saturday's suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's North Waziristan district and skirmishes in the province, bordering Afghanistan, a senior Pakistani security official said. "Following the attack, a curfew has been imposed in North Waziristan, and the border (Ghulam Khan) has been shut down for an unspecified period," he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like USDJPY đang đi lên không? IC Markets Đăng ký At least 13 security personnel were killed and three others injured in the suicide attack. Abidullah Farooqi, spokesperson for the Interim Afghan Government's Border Forces, confirmed the closure on Sunday, stating that Pakistani authorities have not provided a clear explanation for the move. Live Events "Pakistani officials have merely instructed vehicles at the crossing to use alternative routes," Farooqi said in a statement. In a separate press release, the provincial administration of Khost province of Afghanistan said officials at the Ghulam Khan crossing were informed by Pakistani authorities on Saturday evening that the route would be temporarily closed due to ongoing security threats. The statement further noted that no specific timeline has been provided for the reopening of the border, and the closure will remain in effect until further notice. The Ghulam Khan crossing, located in Khost province, is a critical trade and transit point between the two countries, particularly for goods travelling to and from Pakistan's North Waziristan region. Afghan authorities have urged citizens, traders, and travellers to avoid the route and instead use other crossings, such as Torkham or Spin Boldak, until the situation is resolved.
Express Tribune
05-06-2025
- Express Tribune
Motorcyclist assaulted in Karachi's DHA pardons attacker, drops case
Listen to article A young man who was assaulted in Karachi's Defence area has told a court in the metropolis city that he does not wish to pursue the case and has forgiven the accused. The incident, which drew public attention after footage of the youth being physically attacked began circulating widely on social media, had prompted authorities to take action. The victim, identified as Dhanraj, appeared before a South Karachi judicial magistrate on Thursday and made a brief statement. 'I was not aware that I had been summoned by the court,' Dhanraj told the magistrate. 'My lawyer informed me today, so I came.' READ: Biker assaulted in front of sister; influential tormentor held The magistrate inquired if Dhanraj was under any pressure or coercion regarding the case. 'No, I'm not under any kind of pressure,' he responded. 'I do not wish to file any case. I have forgiven the accused.' Dhanraj further stated that he had no objections to any decision the court may make in the matter. The main accused Salman Farooqi, CEO of a local prodcution house, was caught on camera manhandling the victim as his employees assaulted the biker after a minor collision on May 31. Farooqi's armed guard and driver allegedly detained the victim at gunpoint, forcing him into a vehicle where he was beaten. The motorcyclist had been picking up his sister, Kalpana, who reportedly worked at a nearby beauty parlour. The assault occurred as they prepared to leave together. The video of the assault, which also showed the victim's sister being pushed away as she pleaded for an apology, triggered outrage on social media. READ: Professor among six killed in road crashes On Monday, Farooqi the disgraced suspect was apprehended following raids at his residence and office. The guard and driver had also been taken into custody, and police impounded the vehicle involved in the assault. An FIR was registered at Gizri Police Station, despite the victim not filing a formal complaint. The report was lodged based on the testimony of eyewitness Muhammad Saleem. The case, registered under FIR No. 25/278, included charges of criminal intimidation, assault, unlawful confinement, and use of obscene language under Sections 506B, 354, 342, and 504/34 of the Pakistan Penal Code.
