Saudi Arabia welcomes Taliban–Pakistan ceasefire, urges lasting peace
Riyadh reiterated its support for regional and international initiatives that aim to promote peace and security.
Politics
Politics
Qatar removes ‘border’ reference from Taliban–Pakistan ceasefire statement
The original statement said the ceasefire could help reduce tensions “on the border between the two brotherly countries.”
Politics
Taliban defense minister says Durand Line not part of ceasefire deal with Pakistan
Mujahid referred to the Durand Line as an “imaginary border” and said the matter “belongs to the nations.”
Politics
Turkey welcomes Taliban-Pakistan ceasefire deal, vows support for peace efforts
Turkey also commended Qatar for hosting the talks, where both sides pledging to halt military activity and form joint committees.
Media
Shamshad TV resumes broadcasting after brief suspension
No further details were provided about the cause of the suspension or the nature of the discussions with authorities.
Afghanistan
Earthquake survivors in eastern Afghanistan plead for aid, shelter ahead of winter
They say humanitarian assistance has been slow or absent, despite the scale of destruction.
Immigration
EU states push for Afghan deportations, including talks with Taliban
The initiative, led by Belgium’s Minister for Asylum and Migration Anneleen Van Bossuyt, comes amid growing political pressure over migration.
Politics
Pakistan urges creation of monitoring mechanism for Taliban ceasefire
Dar welcomed the late-night signing of an “immediate ceasefire” deal between Pakistan and Taliban and praised the mediation efforts of.
Security
Pakistan urges Taliban to act against terrorist groups in Afghanistan
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called on the Taliban to take “immediate and effective action” to dismantle terrorist networks.
Politics
Pakistan, Taliban to hold next round of peace talks in Istanbul next week
Asif said the upcoming discussions would focus on “specific details” of the agreement.