Pakistan and Afghanistan Agree to Immediate Ceasefire; Talks to Continue Under Qatar and Turkey’s Mediation

 

In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire, confirmed by Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif. The announcement follows crucial peace talks held in Doha, Qatar, with Qatar and Turkey mediating between the two sides.

 

 

 

 

 

 

According to a statement released by Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, both nations have pledged to continue dialogue to sustain the ceasefire and develop a comprehensive framework for lasting peace and regional stability.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The agreement is expected to ease border tensions and pave the way for stronger bilateral relations. Khawaja Asif stated on X (formerly Twitter) that the ceasefire will put an end to cross-border terrorism and both neighbors will respect each other’s sovereignty and territory.

 

 

 

The next round of discussions is scheduled to take place in Istanbul on October 25, where delegations from both sides will hold detailed talks.

 

 

 

 

Saturday’s meeting in Doha was led by Khawaja Asif, accompanied by ISI Chief Lt. Gen. Asim Malik and National Security Advisor. The Taliban delegation was headed by Mullah Yaqoob, Afghanistan’s Defence Minister, along with Intelligence Chief Mullah Abdul Haq Wasiq.