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Leaders of the Afghanistan interim government met with Pakistani officials in Doha to ease tensions following a new operation against the TTP, operating from Afghan soil. The strained relations between the countries due to the TTP and border skirmishes prompted the meeting. Pakistani diplomats hosted a dinner for the Afghan delegation during the Doha-III conference in a bid to improve relations. Zabihullah Mujahid, a Taliban leader at the Doha conference, described the meeting with Pakistani officials as “good” and expressed hope for positive relations. Discussions included Doha-III, bilateral, and regional issues. Both sides emphasized a shared desire for regional peace…
An Afghan Taliban delegation recently participated in the third round of the United Nations-hosted meeting of Special Envoys and Special Representatives on Afghanistan in Doha, Qatar. This marked the first time the Taliban attended this meeting since it was launched last year. During the opening session, Afghan government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid emphasized the Taliban’s commitment to positive engagement. He addressed issues such as sanctions on officials and economic challenges, highlighting the need to unfreeze Afghanistan’s assets for the country’s financial stability. The Taliban’s participation in international meetings reflects a shift in diplomatic relations since UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres initiated dialogue…
An Afghan Taliban delegation recently attended the United Nations-hosted meeting of Special Envoys and Special Representatives on Afghanistan in Doha, Qatar. This marks the first time the Taliban participated in the Doha Format meeting, aiming to engage in constructive dialogue on various crucial topics relevant to Afghanistan’s future. During the opening session, Afghan government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid emphasized the Taliban’s commitment to positive engagement and addressed various issues such as sanctions, financial challenges, and the economy. Mujahid called for the release of Afghanistan’s frozen assets to strengthen monetary policies and support the country’s economy. While the international community pushes for…
An Afghan Taliban delegation is set to participate in the third round of the United Nations-hosted meeting of Special Envoys and Special Representatives on Afghanistan in Doha, Qatar. This marks the first time the de facto Afghan rulers will attend such a gathering since the process began in May 2023, with the aim of developing a unified world approach to engagement with the Taliban. The Taliban government, yet to receive official recognition, will face discussions on various issues, including women’s rights, at the conference. The meeting will focus on enabling the private sector, countering narcotics, and sustaining progress in Afghanistan,…
Tragedy struck in Pakistan as five soldiers from the Pakistan Army were martyred in a blast caused by an improvised explosive device (IED) in Kurram district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The soldiers who lost their lives in the line of duty were hailed as heroes by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR). The ISPR identified the brave soldiers as Havildar Aqeel Ahmed, Lance Naik Muhammad Tafeer, Sepoy Anosh Rufun, Sepoy Muhammad Azam Khan, and Sepoy Haroon William. Following the incident, security forces launched an operation to eliminate any remaining threats in the area. President Asif Ali Zardari condemned the attack and praised…
Tragic news struck the journalism community as Khalil Jibran was brutally murdered in the Landi Kotal area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Khyber district. The unknown assailants ambushed Jibran near his home, shooting him dead before fleeing the scene. Jibran, a seasoned journalist associated with Khyber News and former president of the Landi Kotal press club, had previously received threats from terrorists. Outrage and demands for justice echoed nationwide, with President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calling for swift action to apprehend the criminals. The funeral prayers of Jibran saw a massive turnout of mourners, including politicians and journalists.…
A Pakistani delegation met with Afghan officials in Kabul to discuss “security cooperation” following the terrorist attack in Bisham that killed five Chinese nationals and their Pakistani driver. The attack, which took place on March 26, targeted engineers traveling to a hydroelectric dam construction site in KP’s Dasu area. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi linked the attack to the outlawed Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan, demanding the handover of TTP leaders. However, the Afghan government denied involvement, condemning the attack in a statement. The Pakistani delegation, led by Interior Secretary Khurram Agha, emphasized the importance of regional security and expressed hopes for problem-solving during…
Security Forces Neutralize 17 Terrorists in KP Operations Two separate operations led by security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa resulted in the elimination of seventeen terrorists, with two others injured. The Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that in Tank District, ten terrorists were killed, and in Bagh, Khyber District, seven were eliminated while two were injured. Tragically, during the engagements, five brave soldiers made the ultimate sacrifice. A large quantity of weapons and explosives were recovered from the militants. The security forces continue sanitization operations to eradicate any remaining threats. Additionally, a recent intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Peshawar neutralized six…