Five Killed as Kabul–Islamabad Border Clashes Disrupt Life in Spin Boldak

Five people were killed in escalating border clashes between Taliban and Pakistani forces, forcing residents to flee and halting trade in Spin Boldak.

Five people were killed in ongoing Taliban–Pakistan border clashes, forcing families to flee and halting trade through Afghanistan’s key Spin Boldak crossing.

Recurring gunfire and shelling along the Afghanistan–Pakistan border have upended daily life in Spin Boldak, residents and officials said. Families say they have endured multiple nights of escalating bombardment.

Local witnesses report civilians sleeping outdoors in freezing conditions after homes and shops were damaged. One resident accused Pakistani forces of firing into populated areas, saying checkpoints were positioned far from civilians.

Taliban authorities confirmed at least five deaths, including a Taliban fighter, and multiple injuries. Pakistani officials also reported casualties on their side following extended clashes late Friday.

Trade through the Spin Boldak–Chaman crossing has stalled, leaving goods stranded and costing traders millions. Afghanistan business owners warn rising penalties and delays are worsening an already fragile economy.

Community leaders and clerics have urged both sides to stop firing and shift military positions away from civilian areas. Mediation attempts by Qatar, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia have yet to secure a ceasefire, and residents fear conditions may deteriorate further if talks fail.

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