Trump Praises Pakistan Amid Escalating Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict, Signals Possible Intervention

US President Donald Trump acknowledged his strong relationship with Pakistan's leadership amid escalating conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan, describing Pakistan as "doing terrifically well." When asked about potential US intervention, Trump said he would consider it but emphasized his respect for Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and military chief Asim Munir. The conflict intensified after Pakistan declared "open war" following cross-border airstrikes targeting Taliban-controlled areas. Both sides reported casualties, while the US State Department expressed support for Pakistan's right to defend itself and issued security advisories for American citizens.