India, Oct. 19 -- After Pakistan and Afghanistan resumed attacks following a brief 48 hour truce, Qatar has confirmed that both nations have agreed to a "immediate ceasefire' on Saturday.

As per the official statement from the Qatari foreign affairs ministry, both Afghanistan and Pakistan have also agreed to hold follow up meetings in the coming days "to ensure sustainability of the ceasefire and verify its implementation in a reliable and sustainable manner, thus contributing to achieving security and stability in both countries."

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