Pakistan Denies Afghan Accusations of Involvement in Nuristan Violence and Support for Islamic State

Pakistan's foreign ministry issued a statement on September 27, 2026, explicitly rejecting Afghan claims that it was linked to violence in Nuristan. The statement emphasized Pakistan's commitment to regional stability and denied any involvement in militant activities. Separately, Pakistan also denied accusations of supporting the Islamic State and engaging in subversive actions, as reported by Infobae. The Afghan government had accused Pakistan of harboring militants and providing logistical support to extremist groups operating in the region. The two countries have a long-standing dispute over cross-border security and militant activity.