Mufti Salman Ahmad Nadwi urges viewing Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions through 'right and wrong' lens

Prominent Indian religious scholar Mufti Salman Ahmad Nadwi released a 14-minute video on his YouTube channel commenting on recent tensions and clashes between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Nadwi harshly criticized Pakistan's current military system, describing it as 'oppressive and tyrant' and accusing its army of pursuing foreign powers' goals over its people's interests. He stated that the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan is defending its territory and system, deeming any resistance against what he called 'military aggression' legitimate. Nadwi also criticized some Pakistani religious scholars and political figures, calling for them to reassess their positions on recent regional developments. He urged Muslims to follow events with 'insight' and take a firm stand against what he termed 'oppression and foreign influence.'

Sources confirmed to Ariana News that Pakistani military regime forces attacked civilian homes in Zazi Maidan and Alisher districts of Khost province, destroying dozens of houses and killing numerous livestock, resulting in financial and human losses for locals.

The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) called for an immediate halt to clashes between Afghan security forces and Pakistan, warning that continued tensions would worsen the dire humanitarian situation. In a statement on March 3, 2026, UNAMA urged all parties to uphold international obligations, particularly humanitarian law, and prioritize civilian protection. It reported documenting civilian casualty incidents amid disruptions to aid delivery.

UNAMA stated that from the evening of February 26 to March 2, 2026, at least 146 civilians were killed or wounded across Afghanistan, including 42 killed and 104 wounded, among them women and children. These casualties stemmed from clashes along the Durand Line and airstrikes in provinces including Paktika and Nangarhar. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported around 16,400 families displaced in five provinces, with conflict restrictions challenging aid efforts and heightening vulnerabilities for Afghan returnees from Pakistan.