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Afghanistan-Pakistan Truce Talks Fail Amid Rising Tensions

10/30/2025

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Truce talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan collapsed after talks in Istanbul, according to Pakistani Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on October 29.
Tarar said Afghanistan failed to address key issues and shifted blame.
The talks followed border clashes that killed over 70 people earlier this month.
Afghanistan has not responded to the talks, contributing to deteriorating relations amid accusations of harboring militant groups.

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Truce talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan collapsed after talks in Istanbul, according to Pakistani Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on October 29.
Tarar said Afghanistan failed to address key issues and shifted blame.
The talks followed border clashes that killed over 70 people earlier this month.
Afghanistan has not responded to the talks, contributing to deteriorating relations amid accusations of harboring militant groups.