Archive · 29 Jun 2025
Pakistan Shuts Border Crossing with Afghanistan Amid Security Concerns
Pakistan has temporarily closed a major border crossing with Afghanistan because of safety concerns.
This happened after a suicide bombing and fighting in the North Waziristan area.
The attack killed several Pakistani soldiers.
Afghanistan's officials said they were told about the closure but weren't given a specific reason why.
The Ghulam Khan crossing is important for trade.
People are being asked to use other border crossings for now.
Pakistan closed the Ghulam Khan border crossing with Afghanistan due to security threats.
The closure follows a suicide attack and skirmishes in North Waziristan.
At least 13 Pakistani security personnel were killed in the suicide attack.
Afghan authorities confirmed the closure, stating no clear explanation was provided.
The Ghulam Khan crossing is a crucial trade and transit point between the two countries.
- Who
- Pakistani authorities closed the border; confirmed by Afghan officials.
- What
- Closure of Ghulam Khan border crossing.
- When
- Sunday, June 29 (closure announced); following Saturday's suicide attack.
- Where
- Ghulam Khan border crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
- Why
- Due to security threats following a suicide attack and skirmishes.
Pakistan's Action
Afghan Response
Border Closure Rationale
Pakistan's Action
Pakistan closed the border for security reasons following an attack on its soil.
Afghan Response
Afghanistan's response is that they were only informed of the closure and not the reasons.
- Border Closed
- Ghulam Khan crossing
- Reason
- Security threats
- Incident
- Suicide attack in North Waziristan
- Casualties
- At least 13 security personnel killed
- Affected Region
- North Waziristan
- Alternative Crossings
- Torkham or Spin Boldak
