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Turkish Diplomatic Mission Aims to Secure Lasting Peace Between Pakistan and Afghanistan
Nov 09, 2025 07:28 pm CST
Turkey is sending a high-level delegation to Pakistan to mediate peace negotiations between Pakistan and Afghanistan, as announced by President Erdogan after meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The diplomatic team, including Turkey's foreign minister, defense minister, and intelligence chief, seeks to establish a permanent ceasefire and stability in the South Asian region.
Pakistan-Afghanistan Peace Talks Collapse: No Agreement on Cross-Border Terrorism Issues
Nov 08, 2025 04:02 pm CST
The third round of peace negotiations between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban ended in deadlock without securing a written agreement on addressing cross-border terrorism. Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif confirmed the talks have been suspended indefinitely, despite mediation efforts from Qatar and Turkiye. Pakistan insists on a formal written accord while Afghan representatives were only willing to provide verbal assurances, leaving regional security concerns unresolved following recent armed clashes.
Pakistan-Afghanistan Peace Talks Collapse Over US Drone Dispute: Diplomatic Crisis Unfolds in Istanbul
Oct 29, 2025 12:22 am CST
Peace negotiations between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban in Istanbul have failed dramatically, exposing deep divisions over US drone operations and cross-border security. The diplomatic breakdown occurred after Pakistan's admission of an agreement with the US allowing drone operations from its territory, leaving Qatari and Turkish mediators shocked and raising concerns about potential military confrontation along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Declares "Ball In Taliban's Court" For Permanent Ceasefire Following Border Clashes
Oct 16, 2025 10:49 pm CST
Following a 48-hour ceasefire agreement amid deadly cross-border hostilities, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has asserted that the responsibility now lies with the Afghan Taliban to establish a permanent peace. Tensions between the neighboring countries escalated after explosions in Afghanistan and subsequent border clashes killed troops and civilians on both sides, with Pakistan demanding the elimination of TTP militants and cessation of cross-border attacks from Afghan territory.