Afghanistan, Dec. 18 -- A fresh clash erupted in Kunar province as Afghan Taliban forces and Pakistani troops exchanged fire, further complicated by two-month border trade restrictions.
Clashes erupted along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border in Kunar province on Wednesday afternoon, with Taliban forces and Pakistani border troops exchanging fire, according to local residents. The incident reportedly began after Pakistani forces fired rockets into Afghanistan territory, prompting retaliation from Taliban fighters.
Officials have not yet confirmed casualties or material damage, and neither Kabul or Islamabad have issued statements regarding the incident.
The ongoing tensions have been exacerbated by border restrictions imposed by Pakistan ov...