Torkham Border Remains Closed For Seventh Day, Stranding Thousands Of Trucks
The Torkham border crossing has remained shut for the seventh consecutive day, halting all movement of goods and people.
The Associated Press reported that over 5,000 trucks carrying perishable goods, including fruits and vegetables, are stranded, awaiting the reopening of the crossing.
Pakistani officials estimate that the prolonged closure has resulted in approximately $12 million in losses for traders. The disruption has severely impacted transportation networks, leaving both traders and travellers in limbo.
Pakistan closed the Torkham crossing last Friday following a dispute over the installation of a signboard by Pakistani authorities and the subsequent construction of a Taliban security checkpoint.
Despite multiple rounds of negotiations between Taliban and Pakistani border officials, no agreement has been reached, and the crossing remains closed.
