Beijing Calls For Dialogue Between Pakistan And Afghanistan
Pakistan’s armed forces have launched a military operation in response to what security officials described as provocations from Afghanistan, with authorities confirming that Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq is currently underway.
According to security sources, Pakistani forces carried out targeted strikes on oil storage facilities located at Kandahar Airfield during the night between March 12 and March 13. Officials said video footage of the operation has been released, showing scenes captured before and after the strikes.
Pakistani Strikes Destroy Kandahar Airfield Oil Storage Sites
The footage reportedly shows Pakistani forces targeting oil dump sites situated within the Kandahar Airfield complex. Security sources stated that the strikes resulted in the destruction of the oil storage facilities.
Officials said the targeted locations were being used by Afghan Taliban elements as well as militant groups to support operational activities. According to the sources, the facilities were believed to play a logistical role in sustaining militant operations in the region.
Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq Continues As China Pushes Mediation
The operation forms part of what Pakistani authorities described as a broader campaign aimed at responding to cross-border threats and addressing security concerns along the Pakistan-Afghanistan frontier.
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Security officials emphasized that actions carried out under Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq would continue until operational objectives are achieved. They indicated that further measures could be taken depending on the evolving security situation.
The reported strikes have added to rising tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with both countries facing increasing pressure to prevent further escalation along their shared border.
Amid the growing tensions, China has called on both countries to exercise restraint and pursue diplomatic dialogue to resolve their differences.
According to a spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a telephone conversation with Afghanistan’s acting foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi. During the discussion, Wang Yi stressed the importance of maintaining stability and avoiding further escalation.
The Chinese foreign minister expressed hope that Pakistan and Afghanistan would demonstrate restraint and work toward reducing tensions.
Beijing Calls For Dialogue Between Pakistan And Afghanistan
The spokesperson said China had encouraged both countries to move toward an immediate ceasefire and to address their disagreements through dialogue and diplomatic engagement.
China also highlighted its ongoing efforts to facilitate communication between Islamabad and Kabul. According to the foreign ministry, China’s special envoy for Afghan affairs has been actively engaged in mediation efforts aimed at easing tensions between the two neighboring countries.
Officials in Beijing emphasized that China remains committed to playing a constructive role in supporting regional stability and encouraging peaceful solutions to disputes.
The call for dialogue reflects China’s broader diplomatic approach to maintaining stability in the region, particularly given the strategic importance of cooperation among neighboring countries.
Analysts note that tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have periodically intensified due to security concerns, border incidents, and accusations related to militant activity operating across the frontier.
The latest developments come at a time when regional actors are closely monitoring the situation, with diplomatic channels being used alongside security responses to manage the evolving dynamics.
China Urges Pakistan Afghanistan Ceasefire Amid Rising Border Tensions
China’s involvement in encouraging dialogue underscores the growing importance of regional diplomacy in addressing disputes between neighboring states.
While military operations continue under Operation Ghazab-ul-Haq, international attention is increasingly focused on efforts to prevent the situation from escalating further and to promote diplomatic engagement between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Officials from Beijing reiterated that China remains prepared to continue facilitating communication and supporting initiatives aimed at reducing tensions and promoting stability between the two countries.
