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Tensions rise as Afghan diplomats face backlash for not standing during Pakistan’s national anthem, asserting a music-related misunderstanding.

Pakistan recently expressed strong discontent towards Afghan diplomats after they remained seated during the playing of Pakistan’s national anthem at an event celebrating the 12th Rabi ul Awal, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad. The spokesperson for Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, condemned the act as disrespectful and against diplomatic norms. The Afghan ...