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EU calls for immediate de-escalation amid rising Afghanistan–Pakistan tensions
The European Union has urged all parties involved to immediately de-escalate following a sharp rise in violence between Afghanistan and Pakistan, including cross-Durand Line attacks and airstrikes.
In a statement issued by the High Representative on behalf of the EU, the bloc warned that the continuation of hostilities could have “serious implications for the region.”
The statement reaffirmed the EU’s position that Afghan territory must not be used to threaten or attack other states, calling on the Islamic Emirate to take “effective action” against all terrorist groups operating in or from Afghanistan. The Islamic Emirate has previously denied presence of militant groups in Afghanistan.
The EU also urged both Kabul and Islamabad to pursue dialogue to prevent further escalation. It stressed that international law — including humanitarian law — must be respected by all sides, and emphasized the importance of protecting civilians and civilian infrastructure.
“All feasible precautions must be taken to prevent further civilian harm,” the statement added.