NorthEast United FC were held to a 2-2 draw by Inter Kashi in the opening clash of Group B of the AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 at the GMC Stadium, Bambolim on Sunday, as per the official website of the All India Football Federation (AIFF).
"The historical background of relations between Afghanistan and Pakistan has always been problematic. Because of what the British did in creating a border, the Durand Line at the end of the 19th century was the genesis of problems between the two nations," Sinha said.
The AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 action have a double-header on Sunday, as the opening fixture features the Durand Cup champions NorthEast United FC (Highlanders) and I-League title holders Inter Kashi at the GMC Stadium in Bambolim, followed by a 2025 Super Cup final rematch between FC Goa (Gaurs
Durand Cup champions NorthEast United FC is all set to take on I-League title holders Inter Kashi at the GMC Stadium in Bambolim in the ongoing AIFF Super Cup 2025-26 on Sunday.
In a post shared by BNM on X, he noted that Pakistan had misjudged the situation by believing that the creation of the Taliban government in Afghanistan would render the Durand Line issue inconsequential and that Kabul's foreign policy would align entirely with Islamabad's interests.
Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday updated its official statement on the recent ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan by removing the "border" reference, which had drawn widespread reaction from the Afghan officials.
Speaking at an online press conference from Doha, Mujahid emphasised that the Durand Line is hypothetical and it was not discussed in any part of the agreement, stressing that the issue is a matter between nations, Tolo News reported.
Referring to the strikes that killed at least 10 people, including three Afghan cricketers, in Paktika province on Friday, Omari accused Pakistan of acting under external influence rather than out of its own decision.
Afghanistan and Pakistan on Wednesday announced a ceasefire following days of intensified border violence, which killed dozens of people on both sides. The two countries, however, offer conflicting accounts of which country requested the truce.
Marri recalled that throughout history, Afghans have stood by the Baloch during their difficult times, whether by offering refuge or extending aid, and the Baloch have always reciprocated. "When the Afghans fought their independence war against Persian occupation, the Baloch were fighting
In separate statements, they urged Kabul and Islamabad to exercise restraint and resolve their issues through dialogue. The statements also expressed support for all regional and international efforts aimed at establishing peace and stability.