Pakistan has put forward evidence-backed and logical demands to end cross-border terrorism during the third round of talks with the Afghan Taliban in Istanbul, officials said. Mediators from Turkiye and Qatar were present during the discussions.
According to Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi, Pakistan shared “justified and evidence-based” concerns to ensure cross-border terrorism is addressed. The mediators fully supported Pakistan’s stance, citing both the evidence provided and international law principles.
The discussions are ongoing, with mediators reviewing Pakistan’s demands with the Taliban delegation point by point. Andrabi cautioned against misinformation on social media, labeling claims from Afghan accounts as speculation or deliberate disinformation.
These talks follow last month’s deadly border clashes and previous negotiations that resulted in a ceasefire agreement. A joint statement from Turkey’s foreign ministry confirmed that all parties had agreed to implement a monitoring and verification mechanism to maintain peace and penalize violations.
Pakistan also denied claims by the Afghan side regarding a recent exchange of fire at the Chaman border, stating that the incident originated from Afghan forces. The Pakistani response, officials said, was “measured and professional,” keeping the ceasefire intact.
The Foreign Office emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to resolving border issues through dialogue and called on Kabul to show seriousness and reciprocity in maintaining peace.
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