afghan peace
The Taliban regime is trapped between a deeply aggrieved neighbour to the east, mounting domestic resistance from within, and cautious partners to the north.
Published 25 Jul, 2026 11:43am
Observers say findings of all-Muslim UN delegation may influence global policies towards Afghanistan.
Published 22 Jan, 2023 07:17am
KABUL: The Afghan Taliban a day after their stunning takeover vowed to respect women’s rights...
Published 18 Aug, 2021 06:36am
"We [Pakistan] are in touch with our friends ... and will decide accordingly,” says Chaudhry; Bilawal says no room for confusion.
Published 17 Aug, 2021 05:45pm
Defence secretary warns “Al-Qaeda will probably come back,” leading to a security threat.
Updated 13 Aug, 2021 11:37pm
"Misperceptions and scapegoating must be avoided to counter designs of spoilers," he says.
Updated 12 Aug, 2021 07:51am
Lashes out at India for refusing to accept Pakistan’s request for participation in UNSC meeting.
Updated 10 Aug, 2021 07:39am
"Pakistan will not be apologetic because it is sincere and honest for attaining peace in Afghanistan," says the foreign minister.
Updated 10 Aug, 2021 08:32am
Russian envoy says the Taliban leadership has become fed up with war and seeks political solutions to the current deadlock.
Published 20 Jul, 2021 06:41pm
"Instead of relying on foreigners, let us resolve our issues among ourselves,” he says.
Updated 18 Jul, 2021 08:08pm
Abdullah Abdullah says we hope the Taliban side will realise that there will be no peace with continued capturing of districts.
Published 16 Jul, 2021 08:00pm
The new dates of the conference will be announced later, said the Foreign Office.
Published 16 Jul, 2021 05:23pm
Shared interest in Afghanistan cannot become the sole reason for a long-term strategic partnership between Pakistan and US.
Published 27 Jun, 2021 08:01am
The spat between the Afghan NSA and FO had started after the former’s abusive remarks against Pakistan last month.
Updated 19 Jun, 2021 07:20am
“The US dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s sincere efforts for bringing peace and stability in the region,” says ISPR.
Updated 29 May, 2021 08:47am
General Bipin Rawat says worry is “disruptors” would step into the space created by the withdrawal of foreign troops.
Updated 15 Apr, 2021 05:01pm
Ghani has voiced vehement opposition to any solution that requires his government to step aside for unelected successors.
Updated 23 Mar, 2021 07:14pm
US envoy is also expected to visit regional countries.
Updated 02 Mar, 2021 07:38am
Centcom commander, Russian president’s envoy hold meetings with army chief.
Updated 20 Feb, 2021 08:22am
It is up to the Afghan parties to make the tough compromises needed to secure a settlement.
Updated 30 Nov, 2020 11:43am
Says he is confident US will continue to support peace talks between Afghan govt and Taliban during Biden's administration.
Published 21 Nov, 2020 08:41pm
His comments follow renewed fighting in Helmand, a longtime Taliban stronghold in southern Afghanistan.
Updated 20 Oct, 2020 09:06am
Discusses peace process with Hekmatyar; UN official asked to work for dignified return of refugees.
Updated 20 Oct, 2020 08:58am
Abdullah says he was encouraged by talks he had with the Indian leadership that centered around peace and stability in the region.
Updated 11 Oct, 2020 04:12pm
Khalilzad says Washington is willing to invest in infrastructure projects linking Central Asia to Pakistan.
Updated 29 Sep, 2020 09:18am
The path to peace will not be easy.
Published 28 Sep, 2020 08:49am
Premier warns against regional spoilers, says Pakistan will not know real peace until there is peace in Afghanistan as well.
Updated 27 Sep, 2020 03:24pm
Calls for end to external interventions in war-torn country.
Updated 17 Sep, 2020 08:20am
Baradar, Abdullah meet Qatar’s emir separately.
Updated 14 Sep, 2020 09:15am
Afghan peace council chief Abdullah says Kabul joining negotiation with ‘good intentions’.
Updated 13 Sep, 2020 08:26am
