Afghanistan and Pakistan confirmed on Sunday a ceasefire agreement aimed at immediately halting cross-border attacks and promoting mutual respect for each other’s sovereignty. The announcement follows weeks of escalating military tension and mutual accusations of border incursions. 

“The agreement stipulates that attacks from Afghanistan on Pakistani territory will cease immediately,” said Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif on social media.

He added that both delegations will reconvene in Istanbul, Turkey, on October 25 to discuss specific measures to implement the ceasefire and enhance security cooperation. 

Afghan government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid stated in a press release that the negotiations, held in Doha, Qatar, resulted in a “comprehensive and meaningful ceasefire.”

The bilateral accord reaffirms both nations’ commitment to peace, mutual respect, and the maintenance of constructive neighborly relations. 

According to the statement, both sides pledged to resolve disputes through dialogue and to refrain from attacks on security forces, civilians, or critical infrastructure. With this truce, Kabul and Islamabad seek to de-escalate tensions and rebuild a diplomatic channel to stabilize one of South Asia’s most volatile borders.