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Afghan Taliban: 'War Not Our Choice,' But Ready for Prolonged Conflict with Pakistan

Taliban Defence Ministry spokesman Enayatullah Khowarazmi (L) and Taliban government's deputy spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat. (AFP photo)

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News18•03-03-2026, 20:41

Afghan Taliban: 'War Not Our Choice,' But Ready for Prolonged Conflict with Pakistan

•Afghan Taliban states readiness for prolonged conflict with Pakistan, despite claiming war is 'not our choice'.
•Deputy spokesperson Hamdullah Fitrat accused Pakistan of initiating the war and killing 110 civilians.
•Taliban alleges Pakistan lacks capability for attacks without international community support.
•Escalation began with Pakistan's 'Operation Ghazab lil Haq' targeting militants in Afghan territory.
•Both sides report heavy, unverified casualties; border crossings remain largely shut since October clashes.

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