The visit aims to help secure a lasting truce and promote peace between Islamabad and Kabul.
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Araghchi called for sustained dialogue between the two sides, supported by key regional actors, to help reduce differences.
Officials described the visit as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen regional cooperation and establish reliable, cost-effective transit corridors for Afghan exports and imports.
In addition to the relief supplies, a medical team from the Bayat Foundation visited hospitals in Mazar-e-Sharif, offering assistance to those injured in the earthquake.
This latest meeting is expected to finalize that mechanism and outline steps for the full implementation of the truce.
Araghchi expressed deep sorrow over the devastating 6.3-magnitude earthquake that struck parts of northern Afghanistan on Monday, killing at least 27 people and injuring hundreds more.
Ariana Airlines has been directed to acquire a dedicated cargo aircraft as soon as possible.
On the Pakistani side, Asim Malik, director general of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), is expected to head the delegation.
In a statement, the Afghan Foreign Ministry clarified that the first contact between the two sides took place within the framework of mutual understanding and coordination.
Last month, representatives from both sides reached a temporary ceasefire during negotiations after a series of armed clashes.
Authorities of the Islamic Emirate have not yet commented on the suspension.
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The statement reaffirmed the Kingdom’s solidarity with Afghanistan during what it described as a “painful tragedy.”
The quake, which hit at 1 a.m. local time, caused extensive damage across Samangan and Balkh provinces, destroying homes, injuring hundreds, and damaging critical health infrastructure.
Spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), who said that American drones were regularly entering Afghan airspace from Pakistani territory.
Amina Mohammed, the UN Deputy Secretary-General, expressed condolences to the victims’ families and praised the rapid response of aid workers.
“The people of Pakistan stand shoulder to shoulder with our Afghan brothers and sisters in this difficult hour,” the prime minister added.
The governor of Balkh has ordered all provincial institutions to remain on high alert and to provide immediate assistance to those affected by the disaster.
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