The recent Iranian missile attacks on Pakistan have escalated tensions between the two countries, with Pakistan recalling its ambassador from Tehran and barring Iran’s envoy to Islamabad. This is just the latest incident in a history of violence and diplomatic strain along their 900km-long border.
Recent instances of violence include the killing of Pakistani soldiers by armed groups near the border, Iranian soldiers entering Pakistani territory, and attacks on Iranian border guards. The militant group Jaish al-Adl has been responsible for numerous attacks and kidnappings along the border.
This history of violence has strained the diplomatic relationship between Pakistan and Iran, with both countries frequently accusing each other of supporting and harboring terrorists. The recent missile attacks have only served to further exacerbate the tension and may lead to a breakdown in diplomatic ties between the two nations.