Pakistan, Oct. 19 -- Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire following talks mediated by Qatar and Turkiye in Doha, in an effort to reduce escalating border tensions and restore stability. Both sides pledged to respect each other's territorial sovereignty, while Qatar's foreign ministry described the development as a "strong foundation for lasting regional peace." The agreement marks a major breakthrough after weeks of cross-border skirmishes that heightened tensions along the frontier.

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif confirmed that the delegations from both countries will meet again in Istanbul on October 25 to discuss further steps for permanent peace. He said both nations had agreed to establish a joint mechanism ...