Kabulov: End of Afghanistan–Pakistan Conflict Hard to Predict
Russia’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, Zamir Kabulov, said in an interview with a Russian media outlet that the conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan has deep historical roots, and in his view, it is difficult to predict when it will end.
He stated that resolving these disputes should be pursued through joint cooperation between Kabul and Islamabad in combating terrorism, rather than through confrontation.
Kabulov added that Moscow is ready to mediate between the two sides, but has not yet received any request from either country.
Zamir Kabulov said: “Russia is ready to provide mediation services if requested by the parties involved; however, no such request has been made so far. As for the willingness of Afghanistan and Pakistan for peace, that depends on the two sides themselves.”
Sayed Ebadullah Sadiq, a political analyst, said: “The war will not remain limited to Afghanistan and Pakistan; it could expand and potentially become regional, affecting the entire area. Issues such as the economy, trade, and transit are all impacted by the conflict. Therefore, countries must think in terms of regional stability.”
Referring to tensions in the Middle East and the possibility of the United States seeking to use Bagram Air Base, Kabulov emphasized that the presence of any U.S. or NATO military facilities in Afghanistan or neighboring countries is unacceptable to Moscow.
He also called on the Islamic Emirate to maintain its position and not allow the United States to use the base.
Kabulov reiterated: “Russia is ready to offer mediation if requested, but no such request has been made. Whether Afghanistan and Pakistan are ready for peace depends on them.”
Sayed Moqaddam Amin, a military analyst, said: “Partnerships must be strategic and based on mutual benefit. Otherwise, any attempt by the United States to take control of Bagram Air Base by force would be unacceptable.”
Asadullah Nadim, another military analyst, added: “The establishment of a military base in any country must align with the interests of the host nation and be approved accordingly. It should not serve the interests of other countries.”
Yesterday, Alireza Bikdeli, Iran’s acting ambassador in Kabul, also emphasized that regional countries should prevent the United States and NATO from using their territory or airspace for military operations.
Previously, U.S. President Donald Trump had repeatedly called for regaining control of Bagram Air Base, a request that has been strongly rejected by the Islamic Emirate.
