Torkham Closure Sparks Crisis: Landi Kotal Jirga Demands Immediate Return Of Stranded Pakistanis

2026-05-14 03:03:37

(MENAFN- Tribal News Network) An important jirga was held between the Commandant of Khyber Rifles and tribal elders of Landi Kotal, during which detailed discussions took place regarding measures for the repatriation of Pakistani drivers, traders, students, and vehicles stranded in Afghanistan, as well as permission for movement through the Torkham border.

The jirga elders presented a jointly signed written request to the IG FC North through the Commandant of Khyber Rifles, demanding that Pakistani citizens, traders, students, and drivers currently in Afghanistan be immediately allowed to return to Pakistan via the Torkham border.

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The jirga members said that the border closure has caused severe difficulties for many Pakistani citizens, while business activities have also been badly affected. The elders urged that the return of stranded individuals be ensured on humanitarian grounds.

The Commandant of Khyber Rifles assured the jirga members that their demands and concerns would be conveyed in writing to the higher authorities and that relevant institutions would be contacted regarding the matter.

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