
There has finally been a ceasefire between Pakistan and Taliban after four days of bloodshed and cross-border attacks. This ceasefire, which came into effect from 6 pm on Wednesday (15 October 2025), has given temporary relief, but the wounds hidden behind it are deep. While in Afghanistan the Taliban celebrated it as a historic victory, in Pakistan both anger and shock are visible.
In this cross-border conflict, Taliban fighters gave a strong response to the Pakistani Army. In the video that went viral on social media, it has been claimed that Afghan forces killed Pakistani soldiers and brutalized their bodies. At many places, uniforms and pants of Pakistani soldiers were displayed, which the Taliban is showing as a symbol of their victory. Apart from this, Taliban allegedly captured Pakistan’s T55 tank near Kandahar. However, this has not been officially confirmed. In the viral video, Taliban fighters were seen riding on that tank and doing a victory parade. It is being told that the Pakistani army retreated leaving behind its weapons and ammunition.
Dear Kabul: India is our sworn enemy, but even they have never insulted our martyrs. If there is an honour bone in your body, correct this now; otherwise be ready to pay a heavy price.
— Zaigham Khan (@zaighamkhan) October 15, 2025
Anger in Pakistan compared to India
After these barbaric incidents, public anger is on the boil in Pakistan. Many Pakistani citizens and analysts are raising questions on their own government and army. The most interesting thing is that many Pakistanis have now started praising India. Pakistani analyst Jaigham Khan wrote on X that India is our enemy, but it never insulted our martyrs. If there is any respect left in Afghanistan then improve your actions. This comment reminded of the 1999 Kargil war, when the Indian Army had also performed the last rites of those Pakistani soldiers whom the Pakistani Army had refused to accept as its own.
public backlash
On Jaigham Khan’s post, many users targeted the Pakistan Army. One user wrote, “There is no one like Pakistan in insulting its martyrs.” “Left its soldiers abandoned in Kargil and India buried them with full military honours.” It is clear from these reactions that the Taliban attack has created deep uneasiness within Pakistan. People are now raising questions as to why the country which itself gives shelter to terrorists is now being humiliated at their hands.