This article discusses in detail the emergence of the terms Afghan and Pashtun, the origin of the Pashtuns, their place in Afghanistan and Pakistan, and their influence on the politics of these countries. The article also describes in detail the idea of the Pashtuns to establish a state of "Pashtunistan" and attempts to implement it. The position of Afghanistan and Pakistan regarding the Pashtun movement and the policies pursued by the parties are widely covered.