Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to maintain a ceasefire -- for now. Here's what to know
Summary
Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to continue a ceasefire after days of talks. This agreement aims to stop the recent intense fighting at their border and includes setting up a system to monitor and check for any violations.Key Facts
- Pakistan and Afghanistan decided to maintain a ceasefire after discussions in Istanbul.
- The ceasefire follows more than a week of intense fighting that resulted in casualties on both sides.
- The conflict relates to the Pakistani Taliban (TTP), which regularly attacks from the border region.
- Pakistan accuses Afghanistan's Taliban of supporting the TTP.
- A system to monitor ceasefire compliance and penalize violations will be implemented.
- Trade has stopped as major border crossings are closed due to the conflict.
- Talks to resolve these issues will continue on November 6.
- Pakistan conducted strikes inside Afghanistan before the ceasefire talks.
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