Trump Hints at Intervening in Pakistan-Afghanistan Clash

Oct. 13, 2025, 7:29 AM UTC

US President Donald Trump suggested he’s willing to step in to resolve days of deadly cross-border fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan, saying he is “good at solving wars.”

Trump made the remarks while on his way to Egypt to co-chair an international peace summit on Gaza. Also expected to be in attendance is Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Asim Munir. Pakistani media said a meeting between the Pakistani leaders and Trump during the gathering was likely.

“I hear there’s a war now going between Pakistan and Afghanistan. I said, I’ll have to wait until I get back,” ...

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