Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire after peace talks in Doha

Summary

Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire after peace talks in Doha following a week of intense border clashes, with follow-up talks scheduled to ensure the ceasefire's sustainability.

Key Points
  • Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire after a week of intense border clashes.
  • The ceasefire was finalized during talks in Doha mediated by Qatar and Turkey.
  • Follow-up meetings are planned in Istanbul to ensure the ceasefire's implementation and sustainability.
  • Afghanistan withdrew from a cricket series in Pakistan citing deaths caused by military strikes in Paktika province.
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