Pakistan, Afghanistan reopen crossing after 9-day closure
By DW
16 September 2023 |
4:42 am
Islamabad shuttered the key crossing after an exchange of fire between the two countries. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of failing to control the border, allowing militants to cross and launch attacks from Pakistan.
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