ISLAMABAD – October 11, 2025 —Defense Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan remains open to meaningful dialogue with Afghanistan but warned that Kabul must provide guarantees against use of its territory by the outlawed Fitna Al Khawarij (FAK). Speaking on Geo News’ programme Today with Shahzeb Khanzada, he recalled talks held three years ago with Afghan officials and criticized Kabul’s reluctance to commit.
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“As long as Afghan soil is used against us, we will take action,” the Defense Minister said, adding Pakistan had proposed relocating TTP members at an estimated cost of ten billion rupees but lacked assurances they would not return. He emphasised that Islamabad will not negotiate with the TTP and that any solution must include enforceable guarantees from the Afghan authorities.
Khawaja Asif accused external actors of facilitating anti‑Pakistan activity from Afghan soil and singled out India for allegedly enabling militants, a charge New Delhi rejects. He warned that Pakistan reserves the right to pursue militants on Afghan territory if necessary, invoking international law on self‑defence.
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The minister also criticised political figures in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa whom he said had encouraged militant sympathies, and named Ali Amin Gandapur in connection with an expansion of militant shelters during his tenure.
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While reiterating Pakistan’s preference for diplomacy, Khawaja Asif stressed that dialogue without verifiable guarantees would be futile. “If Kabul assumes responsibility, we will welcome it,” he said, underscoring Islamabad’s insistence on practical, enforceable steps to end cross‑border terrorism and restore durable regional stability.
