ISLAMABAD (special crosspondent) – The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Sunday issued a formal rejection of recent claims by the Afghan Taliban regime, which alleged that weapons were being smuggled from Pakistan into Afghanistan to facilitate subversive activities. The ministry categorically labeled these accusations as frivolous, baseless, and entirely inconsistent with established regional realities.

The Reality of Military Equipment in Afghanistan

In a detailed statement posted on X, the ministry highlighted that Afghanistan is already saturated with an overwhelming volume of sophisticated military hardware and weaponry. This surplus, valued at approximately US$7.2 billion, was left behind following the withdrawal of US and coalition forces. This modern arsenal exists alongside massive stockpiles of Soviet-era munitions that have been amassed in the region over decades of persistent conflict.

Shifting Focus from Internal Security Concerns

The ministry underscored that attempts to fabricate a Pakistani connection to these weapon supplies appear to be a calculated maneuver. According to government officials, such rhetoric is designed to distract the international community from the well-documented reality that various terrorist factions continue to receive facilitation and operational freedom within Afghan borders. These groups reportedly utilize this space to plan, support, and execute violent attacks against Pakistan, a concern that mirrors discussions regarding broader regional security frameworks.

Call for Accountability and Border Security

Rather than engaging in implausible accusations and attempts to shift blame, the Afghan Taliban authorities are urged to address the immediate issue of terrorist sanctuaries operating from their territory. The ministry reaffirmed that the interim Afghan government must fulfill its reiterated commitments to ensure that Afghan soil is not utilized for staging acts of terrorism against Pakistan or any other sovereign nation. Maintaining peace, as highlighted in broader discussions on Pakistan’s role in global peace initiatives, remains a priority for the state, alongside ensuring macroeconomic and regional stability.