Pakistan Allows WFP Aid Containers to Enter Afghanistan via Torkham

Pakistani customs authorities have allowed 26 containers belonging to the World Food Programme (WFP) to cross into Afghanistan through the Torkham border. The containers are laden with food and vital supplies, marking a significant movement of aid after a period of closure at the key trade route.

The Torkham border, a crucial link between Pakistan and Afghanistan, had been closed since October 2025 due to escalating security concerns along the border. Despite the official closure, customs clearing agents reported that gate passes were issued late Monday evening for the WFP containers. This development occurred after the containers arrived at the Torkham import terminal early in the morning and awaited final clearance from higher authorities.

Agents confirmed that the containers received gate passes for transit into Afghanistan, indicating a special dispensation for the humanitarian aid. The process involved the submission of Goods Declaration documents to customs authorities earlier in the day. The approval signifies a step towards facilitating essential supplies into Afghanistan, despite the ongoing security situation that has impacted regular cross-border movement.