Three Afghan Journalists Injured in Torkham Border Clash

Three Afghan journalists were injured by mortar fire from Pakistani soldiers on Wednesday while reporting on the ongoing clashes at the Torkham border, which has been closed since February 21 due to a dispute between Afghanistan and Pakistan. The journalists, identified as Hedayat Shah Hedayat from Shamshad TV, Wali Mohammad Shinwari from Pajhwok News, and Azizul Hassan Naamani from Radio Hurriyat, were reportedly in serious condition and were taken to a hospital for treatment. The Torkham crossing is crucial for trade and travel but has a history of closures and violent confrontations between the two nations. The incident highlights the growing danger faced by media personnel in conflict zones, with both Taliban officials and Pakistani authorities yet to comment on the situation. As tensions escalate, the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan continues to worsen due to blocked food imports linked to the border closure. The ongoing clashes underscore the volatility of the region and the risks journalists face while covering such conflicts.