On Friday, October 31, 2025, Pakistan confirmed that a ceasefire with Afghanistan was successfully maintaining stability. This reassuring news followed direct assurances from Kabul and comes swiftly after Turkiye’s announcement of a fresh round of vital peace negotiations scheduled for the following week in Istanbul.
Speaking at a regular weekly briefing, Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Tahir Andrabi, emphasized, “The ceasefire holds.” He further noted that Islamabad has duly acknowledged the pledges of compliance from the Afghan leadership on this critical matter, while also affirming Pakistan’s readiness to respond firmly to any potential provocations.
The upcoming discussions in Istanbul, slated for November 6, are particularly significant. They are organized in the wake of the most severe border clashes between these South Asian neighbors since the Taliban’s resurgence to power in Kabul back in 2021, highlighting the urgent need for diplomatic resolution and lasting peace.