"Border Clash Forces Closure of Vital Afghanistan-Pakistan Crossing"
The main border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan, Torkham Crossing, has been closed after security forces from both countries exchanged fire. The reason for the gun battle is unknown, and there were no reported casualties. The crossing has been closed multiple times in recent years, causing disruptions in trade and leaving trucks stranded. Afghanistan and Pakistan have had strained relations, with disputes over the border being a longstanding issue. The closure comes after Pakistan's caretaker Prime Minister stated that military equipment left behind by the US had fallen into the hands of armed groups, including the Pakistani Taliban.