ادامه واکنش‌ها به درگیری نظامی میان کابل و اسلام‌آباد

Following the recent clashes between the forces of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and Pakistan, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he is ready to mediate to reduce tensions between the two countries.

Speaking to reporters on his way to Israel, Trump said he had received reports of clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

“This will be the eighth war I’ve resolved,” Trump emphasized. “I heard there is now a war between Pakistan and Afghanistan, so I decided to wait until I return. I am also pursuing another case because I am skilled at resolving conflicts and establishing peace, and doing so is an honor for me.”

Meanwhile, China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said at a press briefing that China is concerned about the recent clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

“The recent clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan have increased tensions between the two countries,” Lin said. “We are closely monitoring these developments and are concerned. Both Pakistan and Afghanistan are China’s friendly neighbors and are inseparable neighbors. Maintaining good-neighborly relations, achieving economic and social development, and jointly combating terrorism serve the fundamental and long-term interests of both sides.”

Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry also stated in a press release that Islamabad values dialogue and friendly relations with Afghanistan but warned that any further provocation would be met with a strong response.

Political analyst Moeen Gul Samakni said: “The mistrust that has arisen is because real power lies with Pakistan’s military, not its civilian governments. Whenever a civilian government takes a step toward normalizing relations, the military undertakes a hostile action that ultimately casts a dark shadow over their engagement.”

Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, responding to a question in India, said they want peace in the region and reiterated that war is not a solution.

“At present, there is no particular situation in the region, and we do not want war because war is not a solution. We stand for peace and stability in the region,” he added.

Political analyst Aziz Stanekzai added: “This is the Islamic Emirate, not the governments of the past 20 years that were attacked by Pakistan almost daily. Pakistan’s military assaults were met with a crushing response within 48 hours.”

Zalmay Khalilzad, former U.S. Special Envoy for Afghan Peace, also reacted to the recent tensions, saying that Pakistan’s governing institutions are digging a deeper hole for themselves instead of resorting to diplomacy.

Khalilzad described Pakistan’s recent actions as “tragic and regrettable.”