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Relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan have now reached a very dangerous phase. On October 9, 2025, Pakistan Air Force carried out air strikes on Kabul and Khost cities of Afghanistan, after which the conflict escalated. Pakistani tanks have also been captured by Afghan soldiers. After these attacks, the Taliban government deployed Soviet-era Scud-B ballistic missiles near the Pakistan border. This step worsened the already tense atmosphere.
The Scud-B missile is a strategic ballistic missile, developed by the Soviet Union in the 1950s. This missile is still active in the armies of many countries, including North Korea, Iran, Syria and now Afghanistan. This missile is capable of attacking at a distance of about 300 kilometers and can carry up to one ton of explosives. Its fuel is liquid and it is fired from a mobile launcher vehicle. Although its accuracy is less than modern missiles, it is still considered dangerous on the battlefield.
How did Afghanistan get Scud missiles?
Afghanistan received Scud missiles from the Soviet Union in the 1980s. The Soviet Army had given hundreds of missiles and launchers to the then government of the country during the Afghan war. At that time these missiles were used to target Taliban positions. After the withdrawal of Soviet forces after 1988, some missiles remained in Afghan territory. The Taliban later gained control over these missiles.
Taliban has control of Scud missiles
When the Taliban took power in Afghanistan in 2021, it took control of the remaining military resources in the country. During this time he also found old Scud-B missiles and their launch systems. The Taliban displayed these missiles publicly several times to show that it now had “state military capability”. This demonstration was also part of the Taliban’s political strategy, through which it wanted to present itself as a legitimate regime at the international level.
Taliban’s new military strategy
The Taliban earlier relied on guerrilla warfare, but have now started adopting traditional military symbols. The deployment of Scud-B missiles is a new step in that direction. Due to this, security concerns have increased in neighboring countries including Pakistan. Taliban wants Pakistan to get a clear message that now Afghanistan is capable of responding not only with rifles or bombs, but with missiles.
Increasing clashes and warnings
Recently, Pakistan had attacked Kabul and Khost in the name of anti-terrorist action. After this, Taliban said that it has killed dozens of Pakistani soldiers and taken some captive. Taliban spokesperson gave a statement that Pakistan will not be spared under any circumstances.
Durand Line the focal point of the conflict
The border between Afghanistan and Pakistan is called the Durand Line. This border was decided in 1893 during the British rule. Afghanistan does not recognize this line till date, while Pakistan considers it the official border. Due to this dispute, border skirmishes, infiltration and aerial combat have become common.
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