Pakistan, Oct. 17 -- LAHORE - Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban are set to hold crucial talks in Doha on Friday under Qatar's mediation initiative aimed at easing recent border tensions between the two neighboring countries. The meeting seeks to establish a long-term solution to recurring clashes and enhance cooperation for regional stability and security.

The Afghan delegation, led by Defense Minister Mullah Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid, will meet with senior Pakistani security and intelligence officials in Doha. These discussions come amid growing concerns over the fragile ceasefire between the two sides, which is scheduled to expire at 6 pm today. The negotiations are seen as a critical opportunity to prevent further escalation along the bor...