Hey folks, big news from the Pakistan-Afghanistan border: Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire after some of the fiercest clashes in years. The truce was brokered during talks in Doha, with Qatar and Türkiye stepping in to mediate. 🤝🕊️
Heated Border Clashes
Over the past week, the 2,600-km frontier saw ground fighting and airstrikes. A suicide blast near the border tragically claimed seven Pakistani soldiers and wounded 13 others, while hundreds more were hurt in the back-and-forth. 💥
Root Causes
Islamabad has accused militants—who’ve been trying to overthrow its government—for using Afghan territory as launch pads. The Taliban denies giving any safe havens, accusing the Pakistani military of spreading misinformation and backing IS-linked groups to undermine Afghanistan’s stability.
The Doha Breakthrough
On Saturday, delegates from both sides met in Qatar’s capital. They not only sealed the immediate ceasefire but also scheduled follow-up meetings to keep the peace alive and verify compliance in a reliable way. 📅👀
What’s Next?
Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, urged Afghanistan to rein in proxy fighters. Meanwhile, Kabul has reserved the right to respond to border strikes but has ordered its fighters to stand down for now to maintain the diplomatic momentum.
This deal is the most hopeful sign of peace between these neighbors since 2021. Keep your phone on for mobile-first updates as these talks unfold and shape South Asia’s future. 🌏✨
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Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire after Doha talks
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