Afghanistan became the only country in the world to vote against Pakistan’s membership in the United Nations.
In September 1947, the Afghan government raised a so-called “Pashtunistan” flag alongside its national flag in Kabul and initiated the Free Pashtunistan movement.
In 1947, Afghan envoy Najibullah demanded that the newly established Muslim state of Pakistan withdraw from FATA and provide Afghanistan a corridor to the sea under Afghan control, otherwise threatening war. Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah did not consider the demand worthy of a response.
1948–1954
In 1948, Afghanistan established a “Ministry of Tribes,” allegedly tasked with inciting tribal populations in Pakistan against the state.
Training camps for anti-Pakistan militants linked to Prince Abdul Karim Baloch were reportedly established in Afghanistan.
In 1949, aircraft of the Afghan Air Force dropped pamphlets over Pakistan’s tribal areas urging support for the Pashtunistan movement.
On August 12, 1949, Faqir of Ipi announced support for the Pashtunistan movement under the influence of Bacha Khan, a move welcomed by the Afghan government.
On August 31, 1949, a jirga was convened in Kabul under Afghan patronage, attended by Bacha Khan and Mirza Ali Khan (Faqir of Ipi). The jirga declared August 31 as “Pashtunistan Day” and reportedly refused to recognize Pakistan’s existence.
With Afghan backing, Faqir of Ipi allegedly launched guerrilla warfare against Pakistan in 1949. His group’s operations spread from Waziristan to Kohat. Pro-Pakistan tribal elders were reportedly targeted and killed.
In 1949, Afghanistan allegedly launched an attack from the Chaman border with regular forces and local militias. Pakistani forces repelled the assault and reportedly captured Afghan territory, which was later returned upon Kabul’s request.
In 1954, a commander of Faqir of Ipi’s group, Mehr Ali, surrendered before the Deputy Commissioner of Bannu and pledged loyalty to Pakistan, marking the decline of the movement.
1950–1963
In 1950, Afghanistan signed a friendship treaty with India, allegedly aimed at isolating Pakistan.
In September 1950, Afghan forces attacked the Boghra Pass area in Balochistan without warning, allegedly attempting to disrupt the Chaman–Quetta railway link. After a week of clashes, Afghan forces reportedly withdrew following heavy losses. Prime Minister Liaquat Ali Khan lodged strong protests.
On October 16, 1951, Pakistan’s first Prime Minister, Liaquat Ali Khan, was assassinated in Rawalpindi by an Afghan national, Saad Akbar Babrak. The article claims the killing occurred with Afghan backing, though Kabul denied involvement.
In 1953, Afghan diplomatic engagements with the Soviet Union reportedly included seeking assistance against Pakistan.
In March 1955, Afghan President Sardar Daoud Khan delivered a strongly worded speech against Pakistan. Violent protests followed in Kabul, Jalalabad, and Kandahar, including attacks on the Pakistani embassy. Pakistan subsequently severed diplomatic ties.
Later in 1955, armed Afghan tribesmen reportedly attacked parts of Balochistan along a 160-kilometer stretch of border. Clashes continued for days.
In March and September 1960, Afghan forces allegedly attacked Bajaur Agency using machine guns, mortars, tanks, and infantry. The Pakistan Air Force responded with aerial bombardments.
In May 1961, Afghanistan reportedly launched further limited attacks on Bajaur, Jandol, and Khyber. The Frontier Corps and Pakistani Air Force repelled the assaults. Kabul denied involvement.
In July 1963, through mediation by Iran’s Shah, diplomatic relations were restored, and borders reopened.
1965–1978
During the 1965 Indo-Pak War, Afghanistan allegedly attacked Mohmand Agency but was repelled.
In the early 1970s, Afghanistan allegedly hosted training camps for dissident Pashtun and Baloch elements.
In 1974, Afghanistan issued a “Loye Pashtunistan” postage stamp.
In February 1975, Pashtun Zalmay, described as Afghan-backed, allegedly assassinated Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Hayat Khan Sherpao in a bombing.
On April 28, 1978, the Soviet-backed People’s Democratic Party of Afghanistan staged the Saur Revolution, overthrowing President Daoud Khan and establishing a communist regime.
The new regime publicly supported the “Loye Pashtunistan” concept.
Soviet Invasion and Aftermath (1979–1989)
On December 24, 1979, the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan after being invited by the Afghan communist leadership.
Soviet and Afghan communist forces carried out widespread military operations. Pakistan hosted over three million Afghan refugees and supported Afghan Mujahideen.
During this period, Soviet aircraft reportedly bombed Pakistani border areas multiple times. Afghan intelligence (KHAD) allegedly supported militant activities inside Pakistan.
2001–Present
Since 2006, the article alleges that Afghanistan’s intelligence agency (NDS), in cooperation with India’s RAW, supported multiple militant organizations operating in Pakistan, including Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
It claims that over 60,000 Pakistanis have been killed and over 300,000 injured in terrorist violence, with economic losses exceeding $100 billion.
The article identifies the December 16, 2014 Army Public School (APS) attack in Peshawar — in which 150 students and staff were killed — as the largest such attack, alleging Afghan and Indian intelligence involvement.
Border clashes at Torkham (2016) and Chaman (2017) are also cited.
The article further alleges that anti-Pakistan propaganda through certain radio services and social media campaigns supported movements such as PTM.
It concludes by asserting that Afghan territory continues to host militant centers targeting Pakistan.
Author: Musawar Qureshi
