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Torkham border crossing reopens for pedestrians after a month

The Torkham border crossing reopened on March 22 for pedestrians after being closed for a month, with thousands queuing to cross, according to officials.
The border was closed following disputes over construction activities between Pakistani and Afghan security forces, leading to injuries from crossfire, as stated by Afghan officials.
A jirga led to discussions resulting in the reopening and a ceasefire agreement, according to a jirga leader from the Pakistani side.
Pakistani officials announced that Afghan nationals must have valid visas and passports to enter Pakistan, while emergency patients may still cross without documents.

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The abrupt closure of the Torkham border crossing on 21 February 2025 sent shockwaves across both Pakistan and Afghanistan. This crucial trade and transit point, which facilitates the movement of thousands of people and millions of dollars in trade daily, was shut down following a dispute over construction activities on both sides. The month-long impasse resulted in economic losses, humanitarian hardships, and heightened tensions between the two…

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