High-stakes peace negotiations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have ground to a halt in Istanbul, jeopardizing a fragile ceasefire. Three days of intensive discussions failed to yield a breakthrough, with both nations trading accusations of intransigence. At the heart of the deadlock lies Pakistan’s demand for assurances that Afghan territory will not be utilized for cross-border attacks targeting Pakistan. While Turkey has been mediating, progress remains elusive, though the previously agreed-upon ceasefire holds for now.
