Afghanistan, Feb. 17 -- Spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid announced three Pakistani soldiers were released following Saudi mediation.
Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said three Pakistani soldiers captured during earlier border clashes were released following a request from Saudi Arabia.
He stated the release was carried out as part of the group's policy of maintaining positive relations with countries and in consideration of Ramadan's arrival.
Officials said the soldiers, captured during clashes last October, were handed over to a Saudi delegation visiting Kabul earlier this week.
The spokesman added that the move also reflected respect for ongoing diplomatic engagement aimed at easing tensions between authorities in Afghanistan and Pak...