Pakistan and Tajikistan warned that 25 militant groups are operating in Afghanistan, a claim that underscores deep security concerns for neighbors across South and Central Asia. The article describes how these groups, if present in Afghanistan with safe havens, could enable cross-border attacks, complicate border management, and destabilize trade corridors linking Pakistan, Tajikistan, and other Central Asian states. It also raises the risk of refugee flows, narcotics and illicit finance networks, and the potential for spillover violence into border regions. The piece notes that Afghanistan's governance challenges, ongoing power dynamics, and limited outreach by some international actors contribute to persistent militant activity and sanctuary. It argues that without credible regional cooperation, the threat could intensify and undermine regional stability, economic development, and humanitarian conditions. The author highlights possible responses, including enhanced border security, sustained intelligence sharing, targeted sanctions, and diplomatic engagement with Afghan authorities and regional players to cut off support to militant groups while avoiding civilian harm. In my opinion, the warning is plausible given historical patterns but requires careful verification and a measured approach that prioritizes civilian protection, humanitarian access, and long term stabilization. A purely coercive or militarized strategy risks escalation and backlash, whereas a transparent, evidence-based regional framework with clear milestones and accountability offers the best chance to curb militant activity and foster sustainable peace.