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Istanbul Talks Fail: Pakistan Blames Taliban for Violence

10/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Negotiations in Istanbul between Afghanistan and Pakistan ended without a resolution, even as both sides claimed the ceasefire remained intact.
Pakistan blames the Taliban for cross-border violence, saying Afghanistan does not control the Pakistan Taliban (TTP).
Recent skirmishes killed five Pakistani soldiers and 25 fighters.
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed confidence in resolving the crisis swiftly.

History

Historical Context

The Afghan-Pakistani border conflict intensified in 2018, fueled by the Taliban's resurgence and attacks from the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), resulting in over 25 militant and five Pakistani soldier deaths. Ongoing peace negotiations, including those in Istanbul, echo past efforts to stabilize the region amid U.S. withdrawal and the Taliban's 2021 takeover, highlighting persistent instability in South Asia.

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Story summary

Negotiations in Istanbul between Afghanistan and Pakistan ended without a resolution, even as both sides claimed the ceasefire remained intact.
Pakistan blames the Taliban for cross-border violence, saying Afghanistan does not control the Pakistan Taliban (TTP).
Recent skirmishes killed five Pakistani soldiers and 25 fighters.
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed confidence in resolving the crisis swiftly.

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