OIC and Egypt welcome Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire, hailing steps towards lasting peace

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and Egypt have welcomed the ceasefire agreement recently reached between Pakistan and Afghanistan, describing it as a significant step toward regional peace and stability.

The OIC General Secretariat congratulated both countries for their efforts in reaching the agreement, announced on October 19, 2025, in Doha under the mediation of Türkiye and Qatar. The organization expressed hope that the agreement would restore understanding and harmony, foster mutual trust, strengthen cooperative and neighborly relations, and consolidate peace across the region.

The OIC also praised the mediation role played by Türkiye in facilitating the deal.

Similarly, Egypt expressed strong support for the ceasefire.

In a statement from its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Cairo welcomed the pact and highlighted the establishment of mechanisms aimed at promoting lasting peace and stability between the two neighboring countries.

Egypt emphasized that the agreement could help end border tensions, prevent further bloodshed, and advance long-term security in the region. The statement also underscored the importance of diplomatic solutions and constructive dialogue to resolve disputes, reaffirming Egypt’s backing for initiatives seeking peaceful resolution of regional conflicts.