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Saudi Arabia praised the ceasefire agreement reached between Pakistan and Afghanistan, calling it a crucial move toward lasting peace and regional stability. The Saudi Foreign Ministry released a statement confirming that the agreement was signed during negotiations in Doha. They expressed support for the countries’ efforts to maintain peace and stability and acknowledged Qatar and Turkey for their diplomatic contributions to brokering the deal.
The Kingdom emphasized its commitment to supporting regional and international peace initiatives and expressed hope that this development would help de-escalate tensions along the border. It also highlighted gratitude toward Qatar and Turkey for their constructive diplomatic roles.
Both Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire during their talks in Doha, following intense border clashes—the worst since the Taliban took control of Kabul in 2021. Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif announced that the ceasefire was finalized and that further discussions would be held in Istanbul on October 25 to address detailed issues. Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid confirmed that the parties had agreed on a comprehensive and meaningful ceasefire.
Qatar, which facilitated Saturday’s negotiations with Turkey, stated that subsequent meetings aim to ensure the ceasefire’s longevity and proper implementation.
The negotiations, led by Pakistan’s Defense Minister and Afghanistan’s Mullah Muhammad Yaqoob, followed a week of fierce fighting along the 1,600-mile border caused by Pakistan’s demands for Kabul to crack down on militants operating from Afghan territories. Pakistan responded with military actions that reportedly resulted in over 200 Taliban militants being killed and 23 Pakistani soldiers losing their lives in clashes.
The Taliban denies providing safe havens for militants targeting Pakistan and accuses Islamabad of spreading misinformation and sheltering Daesh-linked terrorists to weaken Afghan sovereignty. Pakistan, on the other hand, denies these allegations.
Militants have long waged an insurgency against Pakistan, attempting to overthrow the government and establish a strict Islamic state. Pakistan’s military chief called on Afghanistan to control these proxy groups operating within its borders and using Afghan soil to carry out attacks.
In Doha, the Taliban and Pakistani officials agreed that neither country would take hostile actions against the other and would refrain from supporting groups hostile to Pakistan. The Taliban reaffirmed their position that Afghan territory will not be used against other nations, clarifying that their statements about the agreement do not constitute a joint declaration.
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