Pakistan-Afghanistan peace talks deadlocked in Istanbul: Ceasefire at risk amid rising border tensions
The dispute centers on Islamabadโs demand for assurances that Afghan soil wonโt be used for attacks against Pakistan. Despite Turkeyโs mediation, no breakthrough has been reached, though the ceasefire brokered earlier in Doha remains intact. New Delhi: Peace talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan have reached a deadlock in Istanbul after three days of negotiations, with both sides accusing each other of stalling progress. Despite mediation efforts by Turkey, no breakthrough has been achieved so far, casting doubt over the fragile ceasefire agreed upon earlier this month in Doha. Talks hit deadlock over security assurances According to Pakistani officials, the talks…