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Pakistan, Taliban Initiate Peace Talks Amid Rising Violence

4/3/2026

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Pakistan's Foreign Ministry confirmed peace talks with Afghanistan's Taliban government in China, mediated by Beijing, amid ongoing violence that has caused hundreds of deaths.
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry said success depends on Afghanistan's actions against terrorist groups.
Afghanistan's Foreign Ministry acknowledged participation and emphasized mutual respect.
Tensions escalated after accusations of a deadly Pakistani airstrike in Kabul, with concerns voiced by the international community about violence and militant groups.

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Pakistan's Foreign Ministry confirmed peace talks with Afghanistan's Taliban government in China, mediated by Beijing, amid ongoing violence that has caused hundreds of deaths.
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry said success depends on Afghanistan's actions against terrorist groups.
Afghanistan's Foreign Ministry acknowledged participation and emphasized mutual respect.
Tensions escalated after accusations of a deadly Pakistani airstrike in Kabul, with concerns voiced by the international community about violence and militant groups.