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Pakistan Urges Afghanistan to Address Terrorism Amid Talks

4/3/2026

Summary

Story summary

On April 2, Pakistan stated Kabul must resolve the conflict with Afghanistan after talks in Urumqi on April 1 between Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
Pakistan's foreign ministry said Afghanistan must act against terrorist groups.
Although a temporary truce marked Ramadan's end, attacks have continued.
The Taliban denies harboring extremists.
Pakistan has pursued diplomacy with Iran and the United States, with China backing.

History

Historical Context

The Durand Line Agreement, established in 1893 by Mortimer Durand and Afghan Emir Abdur Rahman Khan, created a contentious border between British India and Afghanistan, dividing ethnic Pashtuns. This unresolved legacy fuels ongoing tensions, as seen in Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar's recent call for Afghanistan to address terrorism, highlighting the line's lasting impact on regional diplomacy and security dynamics.

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Story summary

On April 2, Pakistan stated Kabul must resolve the conflict with Afghanistan after talks in Urumqi on April 1 between Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
Pakistan's foreign ministry said Afghanistan must act against terrorist groups.
Although a temporary truce marked Ramadan's end, attacks have continued.
The Taliban denies harboring extremists.
Pakistan has pursued diplomacy with Iran and the United States, with China backing.

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