Pakistan, Afghanistan hold third day of peace talks
Recent clashes have killed dozens of soldiers and civilians on both sides of the border, triggering fears of an all-out war between the two countries.
www.newarab.comHere’s a quick update on the latest on Pakistan peace talks based on recent public reporting:
- In late 2025, there were reports of renewed peace discussions between Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban leadership, hosted with mediation by regional actors in Istanbul and involvement from Qatar. The talks aimed to sustain a ceasefire and address cross-border militancy, but early rounds faced significant tensions and some negotiators warned that progress required concrete actions against militant groups on Afghan soil.[1][2]
- By early 2026, Pakistan publicly signaled willingness to resume talks with Afghanistan’s Taliban government, framing dialogue as essential to regional stability after a period of cross-border clashes and militant attacks. Pakistani leadership stressed that any lasting peace would require verifiable steps to curb cross-border violence and terrorism emanating from across the border.[2]
- Independent outlets and regional broadcasters have continued to cover these negotiations, noting that progress is typically incremental and often contingent on secure border normalization, humanitarian considerations for trade routes, and sustained international diplomatic backing.[4][5]
If you’d like, I can dig up the most current, single-source update from a specific outlet (e.g., Reuters, Al Jazeera, or a local Pakistani paper) and summarize that with exact dates and statements. I can also provide a quick timeline of the key events and the main sticking points in recent talks.