Despite Pakistan's declaration of an "open war" with the Afghan Taliban, military analysts believe a full-scale conflict between the two forces remains unlikely. Neither side possesses the necessary military strength or resources to achieve decisive victory in a prolonged war.
The Afghan Taliban, now governing Afghanistan, and Pakistan's military have maintained complex relations for years. While tensions exist, the practical realities of warfare and governance make all-out conflict unfeasible for both parties, according to regional security experts.