The report said that Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) remains the largest terrorist group in Afghanistan, with an estimated strength of 6,000–6,500 fighters
Khan warned that the new operation under the name of Azm-e Istehkam will increase instability in Pakistan.
While condemning Asif's rhetoric, opposition leaders stated that such statements endanger not only the "brotherly" relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan but also regional peace.
He also dismissed the possibility of negotiations with TTP.
“The Taliban (IEA) government is working to eliminate these terrorist groups. We consider it a matter of principle to help it in that struggle,” he said.