Pakistan, Oct. 12 -- The recent visit of Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to New Delhi has brought the simmering tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan to the forefront. Muttaqi's warning to Pakistan to "stop playing games" with Afghanistan and accusations of violating Afghan sovereignty through airstrikes reflect the deep-seated mistrust and animosity disregarding the ground realities.

The core issue driving this tension is cross-border terrorism emanating from Afghanistan, with the Taliban regime's inaction fueling the flames. Analysts believe Muttaqi's visit marked a significant development in India-Taliban relations, with India upgrading its mission in Kabul to a full embassy. This move is seen as a strategic attempt to ...