US acknowledges Pakistan's concerns over cross-border terrorism from Afghanistan

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has acknowledged Pakistan's concerns regarding terrorist attacks originating from Afghanistan. The US expressed support for Pakistan's security while criticizing the Afghan Taliban's failure to curb cross-border militancy.
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Reflects shifting geopolitical tensions and security dynamics in South Asia involving the US, Pakistan, and the Taliban-led Afghanistan.
Home latest pakistan world sports showbiz entertainment Royal business health Sci-Tech Food Fact Check Sci-Tech Videos shows Watch LIVE TV X Home Latest Pakistan World Sports Showbiz Fact Check Sci-Tech Videos Shows LIVE TV --> Pakistan US acknowledges Pakistan's concerns over cross-border terrorism from Afghanistan Rubio says Pakistan has taken action in response, adding that Washington does not want it targeted by terrorism By Web Desk | Published November 01, 2026
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has acknowledged Pakistan’s concerns over terrorist attacks originating from Afghan territory, saying Washington does not want Pakistan to become a target of terrorism.
Speaking in Atlanta on Saturday at the conclusion of the G20 foreign ministers’ meeting, Rubio said Pakistan was concerned about attacks being carried out from Afghanistan and believed the Afghan Taliban had failed to take sufficient action to prevent them.
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