Afghan, Pakistani forces exchange heavy fire as tensions flare
Relations have soured between former allies Afghanistan and Pakistan since the Taliban returned to power in 2021.
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Blast comes a day after an attack claimed by the Pakistan Taliban, amid surging tensions with Kabul over the group.
