Clashes Erupt on Afghan-Pakistani Border

Local sources reported to "Novosti" agency that clashes broke out between the Afghan army and Pakistani border guards. According to sources, the clashes occurred in the "Torkham" barrier area in the border region, where gunfire was heard. Media reports cited Pakistani security sources, without official statements, that the main border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan was closed on Wednesday following an exchange of gunfire between the security forces of both countries.