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Afghan Defense Minister: Durand Hypothetical Line Not Discussed in Talks
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Sun, 10/19/2025 – 16:54

Mawlawi Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid, the Minister of Defense of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, stated that no one is allowed to violate Afghanistan’s sovereignty or disturb the country’s security.
Speaking at an online press conference from Doha, he emphasized that the Durand Hypothetical Line was not discussed in any part of the agreement, stressing that the issue is a matter between nations.
Referring to the upcoming meeting in Turkey, Mujahid said that discussions there would focus on the mechanisms of the current agreement.
In response to a journalist’s question about guarantees ensuring Pakistan will not attack again or breach the agreement, he said: “Pakistan made its commitment in the presence of two other countries.”
The Defense Minister added that if any attacks are carried out by Pakistan, they will take reciprocal actions.
He also stated that Pakistan violated Afghanistan’s airspace, and that the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has given a decisive response to Pakistan’s military regime.
The Afghan official clarified that under the agreement, trade between the two countries will return to normal.
He further stressed that Afghanistan, as an independent nation, maintains positive relations with all countries, including Pakistan, based on its national interests.
Regarding the issue of Afghan refugees, he said: “We discussed the situation of Afghan refugees and emphasized that they must be treated humanely.”
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