Trump trying to get Bagram Air Base.
Current Foreign Minister of Pakistan Ishaq Dar expressed concern over recent clashes with the Taliban, while the Taliban's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi recently rejected any foreign presence at Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base.
Pakistan and Taliban exchange amid border clashes
- In October 2025, a surge in border violence occurred, with Pakistan carrying out airstrikes inside Afghanistan to target anti-Pakistan militants. Afghanistan accused Pakistan of violating its sovereignty, with the Afghan Taliban launching an attack on military posts along the border in response.
- Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar voiced concerns over the clashes, while the Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) called for the Taliban government to take "concrete and verifiable actions" against militants operating from Afghan soil.
- The Taliban's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi publicly warned Pakistan to cease "provocative actions" during a trip to India in October 2025, stating that Afghanistan will not allow its territory to be used against other countries.
- Following the escalation, a temporary ceasefire was announced on October 15, 2025, though its terms and duration were disputed by both sides.
Taliban comment on Bagram Air Base
- During his visit to India in October 2025, Muttaqi stated that Afghanistan would not allow any foreign forces to be stationed at Bagram Air Base.
- The comments followed U.S. President Donald Trump's September 2025 remarks that he wanted the U.S. to "get back" Bagram Air Base.
- Muttaqi's statement reiterated the Taliban government's stance against any foreign military presence in Afghanistan.
Pakistan's history with Bagram
- While Pakistan's government did not comment on the specific exchange regarding Bagram, the Pakistani Foreign Ministry has previously issued joint statements with regional partners opposing the re-establishment of foreign military bases in Afghanistan.
- Pakistan has repeatedly expressed concerns over cross-border terrorism and has previously condemned attacks that have occurred in or near the base.
Taliban foreign minister warns US, Pakistan during India visit- https://www.daily-sun.com/post/832343
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