Kabul: In a bizarre and symbolic aftermath to the deadly clashes along the Afghanistan–Pakistan border, Taliban fighters in Afghanistan were seen parading the trousers of Pakistani soldiers, claiming them as “war trophies” after intense fighting earlier this week. The peculiar display, which flooded social media, came as both countries agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire following some of the fiercest exchanges since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021.

Officials from both sides confirmed that the temporary truce began at 13:00 GMT on Wednesday, though each claimed it was initiated at the other’s request. Islamabad’s foreign ministry said the ceasefire was “implemented at Kabul’s request,” while Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid countered, stating that it was Pakistan that “insisted” on

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