Pukhtunistan

Pukhtunistan is a term referring to a proposed or historical region inhabited primarily by the Pashtun (or Pukhtun) ethnic group, spanning parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan. The idea advocates for an independent or autonomous homeland for Pashtuns, emphasizing their cultural, linguistic, and historical identity. While it has garnered support among some Pashtuns seeking greater self-determination, it remains a controversial and sensitive issue within regional politics, as both Afghanistan and Pakistan consider their current borders integral to national sovereignty. Pukhtunistan symbolizes broader discussions about ethnic identity, self-rule, and regional self-determination in South-Central Asia.