Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi voiced disappointment with Afghanistan, citing decades of support and hosting refugees, lamenting a perceived shift in relations. This comes as Afghanistan withdrew from a Pakistan cricket series following a military strike that killed three cricketers. Meanwhile, Afghanistan's Foreign Minister visited India, signaling a potential shift in regional alliances.
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