Afghanistan and Pakistan Agree to Explore Solution After Weeks of Fighting
Following several weeks of cross-border conflict that resulted in hundreds of deaths and the displacement of over 94,000 people, Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to de-escalate tensions and explore a comprehensive solution. The agreement was reached during seven days of peace talks mediated by China in Urumqi. Both nations committed to avoiding actions that would complicate the situation, acknowledging terrorism as a core issue affecting their relationship. While Islamabad has not commented on the outcome, Afghan officials described the atmosphere as constructive, focusing on bilateral relations and regional stability. The conflict, which began in February, saw Pakistan declaring an 'open war' and conducting airstrikes inside Afghanistan, while Kabul denies providing safe haven to militants accused of attacks within Pakistan.
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Afghanistan and Pakistan Agree to Explore Solution After Weeks of Fighting
Following several weeks of cross-border conflict that resulted in hundreds of deaths and the displacement of over 94,000 people, Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to de-escalate tensions and explore a comprehensive solution. The agreement was reached during seven days of peace talks mediated by China in Urumqi. Both nations committed to avoiding actions that would complicate the situation, acknowledging terrorism as a core issue affecting their relationship. While Islamabad has not commented on the outcome, Afghan officials described the atmosphere as constructive, focusing on bilateral relations and regional stability. The conflict, which began in February, saw Pakistan declaring an 'open war' and conducting airstrikes inside Afghanistan, while Kabul denies providing safe haven to militants accused of attacks within Pakistan.
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