Afghanistan’s Islamic Emirate and the government of Pakistan have reached an agreement on an immediate and permanent ceasefire following negotiations held in Doha, Qatar. The talks were mediated by Qatar and Türkiye, according to a statement from Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The ministry said both delegations agreed to halt hostilities and establish mechanisms to maintain peace and stability. Follow-up meetings will be held in the coming days to monitor the implementation of the ceasefire and to address any emerging issues.
Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, confirmed the agreement, noting that both sides pledged not to engage in hostile actions or support armed groups targeting each other. He added that a mechanism involving third-party mediation would be created to assess claims and ensure adherence to the agreement.
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif said the next round of discussions will take place in Istanbul on October 25 to review progress on the ceasefire. He expressed appreciation to Qatar and Türkiye for their role in facilitating dialogue.
The ceasefire follows weeks of escalating tensions that began on October 9, when Pakistan conducted airstrikes inside Afghan territory, reportedly targeting Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) leader Noor Wali Mehsud. The operation led to casualties on both sides, including civilians in Afghanistan, prompting calls for restraint and renewed diplomacy.
