Pakistan reported five soldiers and 25 militants killed in border clashes with Afghanistan, despite ongoing peace talks in Istanbul. The military questioned the timing of these attacks, suggesting doubts about the interim Afghan government's commitment to curbing terrorism. Islamabad has urged Kabul to manage its borders effectively and prevent Afghan soil from being used against Pakistan.
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