Afghanistan, Dec. 11 -- Russia has expressed serious concern over escalating tensions between Islamabad and Kabul, urging both sides to resolve differences diplomatically to prevent further regional instability and conflict.

Russia has voiced deep concern over rising tensions between Pakistan and the Taliban, urging both sides to settle their differences through diplomatic means. Russian Ambassador to Pakistan Albert Khorev said Moscow is monitoring the situation closely and hopes it does not escalate further.

In a press briefing at the Russian Embassy in Islamabad, Khorev said Russia is ready to strengthen counterterrorism cooperation with both Islamabad and Kabul. He emphasized that terrorism is a shared threat affecting Afghanistan, Pa...