Sirajuddin Haqqani Warns Pakistan of “National Uprising” as Tensions Escalate

Sirajuddin Haqqani warns Pakistan could face heavy costs if its actions force the Taliban to declare a national uprising.

Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Taliban’s interior minister, warned Pakistan against taking steps that could compel the group to declare what he described as a “national uprising” and jihad.

Speaking Friday at a mosque in Khost province, Haqqani said that if such an uprising were announced, Pakistan would “pay a heavy price.” He stressed that the Taliban would not step aside in times of conflict but would stand at the forefront alongside the Afghan people.

Haqqani also called on regional and global actors to facilitate dialogue, emphasizing that “the door to negotiations remains open.” At the same time, he criticized Pakistan’s recent actions, saying he felt “ashamed” of its current approach.

He further underscored the need for unity and cohesion within Taliban ranks amid rising cross-border tensions.

Taliban officials maintain that their recent military actions are defensive responses to Pakistani airstrikes and cross-border operations. They say their forces are protecting Afghanistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid has previously claimed that Taliban fighters inflicted significant casualties on Pakistani forces and captured several border posts, though these claims have not been independently verified.

Pakistani officials, however, argue that their military operations were launched in response to militant threats emanating from Afghanistan territory. They describe the strikes as targeted measures aimed at safeguarding national security.

Islamabad has repeatedly warned that any further attacks or provocations would trigger a decisive and proportionate response, asserting its right to act in self-defense under international law.

The post Sirajuddin Haqqani Warns Pakistan of “National Uprising” as Tensions Escalate appeared first on Khaama Press.