SECURITY — March 26, 2026
Torkham Border Crossing to Reopen Temporarily for Migrant Travel, Taliban Official Says
The Torkham border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan will reopen temporarily on Thursday from 9 a.m. for migrant travel only, a Taliban official in Nangarhar said. The crossing was closed after clashes between Taliban fighters and Pakistani border guards.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Khaama Press — corroborated by Amu TV — 2 min read
Local officials in Nangarhar announced that the Torkham border crossing will reopen temporarily on Thursday from 9 a.m. exclusively for migrant travel.
Quraishi Badloon, head of Taliban Information and Culture in Nangarhar, stated on social media on Wednesday evening, March 25, that the crossing will open to ensure the safe and orderly movement of migrants.
The decision aims to facilitate secure and regulated transit for Afghans traveling between Afghanistan and Pakistan, according to Badloon.
The Torkham crossing had been closed for several days following clashes between Taliban fighters and Pakistani border guards, which disrupted all movement across the frontier.
Torkham is one of the most important border points between Afghanistan and Pakistan, serving as a critical route for both people and goods.
Recent weeks have seen escalating tensions between Pakistan and Taliban forces along the border, with sporadic clashes reported.
Read the original reporting at Khaama Press →
Reliability assessment
Two independent outlets corroborate the on-record statement from named Taliban official Quraishi Badloon (head of Information and Culture in Nangarhar) announcing the temporary reopening of the Torkham border for migrants. Per guidelines, statements from named public figures are concrete and attributable; the core event of the announcement is verified.
The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. Khaama Press: "intensified local grievances" (value judgment on social impacts); "fragile dynamics in Afghanistan-Pakistan relations" (mild emotional framing of bilateral ties); "situation remains volatile" (advocacy phrasing implying ongoing instability).
Independent web corroboration
An independent web search turned up no separate corroborating reports. Treat the account as single-sourced until more outlets pick it up.
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Where reports agree
- Quraishi Badloon announced temporary reopening of Torkham for migrants on March 26 at 9am
- Torkham closed due to recent clashes with Pakistani forces
- Torkham is a critical border point for people and goods
Filed by 2 outlets
Khaama Press
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Framed
Framed
Amu TV
Reported straight
Reported straight
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Security — Torkham, Nangarhar, Quraishi Badloon, Taliban, Pakistan
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