Afghanistan, Pakistan agree to immediate ceasefire

Summary

Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire after deadly clashes along their border, facilitated by mediation from Qatar and Turkiye.

Key Points
  • Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire after week-long deadly border clashes.
  • The truce was mediated by Qatar and Turkiye during talks held in Doha.
  • Both countries committed to establishing monitoring mechanisms to maintain lasting peace.
  • Afghanistan withdrew from a T20I cricket tri-series in Pakistan due to an airstrike killing eight people including three cricketers.
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