Afghanistan-Pakistan Peace Talks in Istanbul End Without Agreement
ISTANBUL – High-level peace talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan concluded in Istanbul on Wednesday without a deal, Pakistan’s information minister confirmed, publicly blaming the Afghan side for a lack of willingness to proceed.
The discussions, which had been viewed as a significant opportunity to mend frayed ties between the two neighboring nations, focused on critical issues such as border security, the threat of cross-border militancy, and enhancing trade cooperation.
The failure to reach any substantive agreement deals a sharp blow to diplomatic efforts aimed at stabilizing the volatile relationship. This setback raises profound questions about the future of bilateral engagement in a region already grappling with significant political and security instability.
Analysts immediately expressed concern over the impasse. They warn that the collapse of talks risks a dangerous escalation of mistrust, urging both governments to return to the table. The absence of sustained dialogue and a spirit of compromise, experts suggest, could squander a vital chance to foster cooperation at a time when regional peace hangs in the balance.
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