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Editorial: The elimination of Fazlullah may be the most significant decapitation of militant leaders yet
It appears that a fresh outreach by Gen Bajwa and the Pakistani state to Afghanistan may be producing results.
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Does Fazlullah’s death matter?
A militant leader’s death can prove to be a moment of celebration but it is not a sure-fire sign of victory.
Gen Bajwa meets Ghani, lauds Afghan authorities on peace initiative with Taliban
Army chief expresses wish that the initiatives gain more permanence, ultimately leading towards an enduring peace: ISPR.
Army will continue to exercise restraint, has no role in conduct of elections: DG ISPR
In wide-ranging briefing, army's spokesperson speaks about India, PTM, social media propaganda and 'khalai makhlooq'.
Security forces kill 6 'terrorists', repulse multiple attacks from across Afghan border
5 security personnel receive injuries during exchange of fire across Pak-Afghan border.
Shahbaz visits Pak-Afghan border, pays homage to army martyrs
Shahbaz visits farthest post of Pakistan Army at Kitton, where fencing has been done to prevent infiltration.
'We can allay each other’s concerns,' Afghan NSA tells Gen Bajwa
"We must begin with the trust that neither covets an inch of the other's territory," says COAS Bajwa.
LHC resumes hearing of 2016 Angoor Adda case
Petition filed in 2016 by former army officer against the handing over of the Angoor Adda post to the Afghan government.
Pakistan, Afghanistan pledge to make fresh start in relations
Senior officials of two countries agree to intensify efforts for the success of APAPPS.
New framework for talks with Afghanistan becomes operational
Action plan includes commitment that Pakistan would support Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace and reconciliation.
Bajwa inaugurates fencing of Pak-Afghan border in Balochistan
COAS says army will help govt in boosting development activities.
Pakistan calls for peaceful settlement of Afghan conflict
“Pursuit of a military option has only added to the sufferings and miseries of the Afghan people," says FO spokesperson.
Miftah meets US, Afghan officials in DC
Transit trade, current account deficit come under discussion; US side shows no interest in talking about FATF.
Border management reviewed in Torkham meeting
Objections of Afghan side to fence repair rejected.
Afghanistan returns bodies of 5 Pakistani soldiers
Talks continue between Pakistan and Afghanistan to deescalate tension along the border.
Ambush at Pak-Afghan border leaves 5 FC personnel martyred
The attack, carried out from the Khost province of Afghanistan, also sees 10 attackers killed in retaliatory firing.
Foreign Office deplores attacks from across Afghan border
“Terrorist groups based on Afghan soil regularly undertake cross-border raids on our posts,” says Dr Faisal.
Pakistan rejects Afghan claims of violation of airspace
Pakistani security forces are undertaking counter-terrorism operations in Bajaur Agency, Foreign Office clarifies.
PM Abbasi discusses regional security, connectivity with Afghanistan's Ghani
Invites Afghan president on an official visit to Pakistan.
Islamabad, Kabul trade charges ahead of Abbasi’s visit
Khawaja Asif also assails NSA Janjua’s meeting with Indian high commissioner.
PM Abbasi to head to Kabul for day-long visit: FO
PM Abbasi and Afghan President Ashraf Ghani scheduled to discuss the latter's offer of peace talks with Taliban.
Janjua holds talks on bilateral engagement plan in Kabul
Foreign secretary's visit is also linked to preparing the ground for PM Abbasi’s next week's trip to Kabul.
Foreign Office rejects reports of clashes between Pakistan and Afghan forces by foreign media
"Pakistan respects the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Afghanistan," says Pakistan Embassy in Kabul.
Pakistan asks Kabul, RSM to 'do more' against terror sanctuaries in Afghanistan
FO satisfied as US addresses issue of TTP sanctuaries in Afghanistan, but says more needs to be done.
Special envoy suggested for ensuring friendly ties with Afghanistan
Former defence secretary says US can't be expected to care about local people in Afghanistan.
Janjua to hold talks in Kabul today
A top security source recently said that major developments in relations between the two countries were taking place.
US, Pakistan agree on need to promote Afghan reconciliation
Officials hold meetings at the White House and State Department
Country will never act as US proxy in any war: Asif
Another minister tells the house that the government plans to repatriate Afghan refugees in two years.
US moves to reassure Pakistan as bilateral talks resume
Tehmina says Washington should know Pakistan no longer has influence to bring Taliban to talks.
Pakistan, Taliban have legitimate grievances: US
"Pakistan has an important role to play in helping to stabilise Afghanistan," says US official, Alice Wells.