Trump Claims Pakistan Attacked Afghanistan, Says Conflict Would Be ‘Easy to Resolve’

Washington, D.C.: Amid renewed violence along the Pakistan–Afghanistan border, former US President Donald Trump has reignited controversy by claiming that he could “easily” resolve the ongoing crisis. Speaking to reporters on Friday, Trump stated that he “understands Pakistan has attacked,” referring to the latest border clashes between the two nations.

His remarks come at a time of mounting regional tension, as Afghan officials late Friday night accused Pakistan of violating a ceasefire through fresh airstrikes inside Afghanistan. The renewed hostility has already claimed multiple lives, further straining bilateral relations between Islamabad and Kabul.

Trump Says He Could ‘Easily Solve’ Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict

During his interaction with the press, Trump suggested that resolving the conflict would not be difficult for him. “Although I do understand that Pakistan attacked, or there is an attack going on with Afghanistan,” he said, adding, “If I have to tackle that one, it will be simple for me.”

The former president went on to claim that he had previously “solved” the India-Pakistan border issue earlier this year – a statement New Delhi has consistently denied. Trump’s comments appeared to echo his earlier pattern of claiming credit for international diplomatic outcomes without official confirmation.

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— ANI (@ANI) October 17, 2025

Trump Laments Lack of Nobel Recognition

Continuing his address, Trump expressed disappointment that he never received a Nobel Peace Prize despite, in his words, “solving so many wars.” Referring to the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, Trump quipped, “Someone, a really kind woman, got it. She was really giving, although I’m not sure who she is. I just care about saving lives.”

Pakistan-Afghanistan Ceasefire Breached After 48 Hours

Both Pakistan and Afghanistan had agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire earlier in the week after intense border clashes. However, Afghan authorities reported that Pakistan violated the truce late Friday by launching airstrikes in the Paktika region, killing at least ten people.

A senior Taliban official told AFP that “Afghanistan will retaliate” after Pakistan’s strikes targeted three locations in eastern Afghanistan. The Afghanistan Cricket Board also reported that the attacks killed at least three local Afghan cricket players in Paktika’s Urgun District, condemning the incident as a “cowardly act.”

Dozens of Soldiers Killed as Tensions Escalate

Earlier this week, the Afghan government claimed it had captured 25 Pakistani army installations, resulting in the deaths of at least 58 Pakistani soldiers and injuries to 30 others. The situation has since spiraled into one of the most intense standoffs between the two neighbors in recent years.

Observers note that the recent flare-up began after a bomb exploded at Kabul’s Abdul Haq Square last week, coinciding with the visit of Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to India. While Pakistan denied involvement, Afghan officials accused Islamabad of orchestrating the attack.

International Calls for Peace and Dialogue

Following the renewed violence, several countries – including Qatar — have urged both nations to exercise restraint and resume dialogue. The Doha peace negotiations are expected to continue through next week, with mediators pushing for an extended truce.

Both Kabul and Islamabad have agreed in principle to maintain calm until the end of the Doha talks, although Afghan officials have expressed skepticism over Pakistan’s commitment to the ceasefire terms.

Regional Implications and Trump’s Political Posturing

Trump’s remarks add a new layer of political drama to an already volatile regional situation. Analysts suggest his statements are part of a broader strategy to project global leadership experience as he eyes a potential political comeback.

While Trump’s claim that the Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict would be “easy to solve” has drawn criticism, it underscores his ongoing interest in portraying himself as a dealmaker capable of handling global crises. However, with active hostilities and growing mistrust between Islamabad and Kabul, any real resolution remains uncertain.

For now, the border region remains tense, with both nations accusing each other of ceasefire violations — and the international community watching closely as the fragile peace process teeters on the brink of collapse.