Afghan officials say thousands continue to attempt irregular crossings each month, driven by limited job opportunities and tightening entry restrictions in neighboring countries.
Zakharova noted that Pakistan and the IEA are important partners for Russia, and a mediated process could pave the way for long-term stability.
This latest meeting is expected to finalize that mechanism and outline steps for the full implementation of the truce.
Abdul Mateen Qani, spokesperson for the Ministry of Interior, warned in an interview with Ariana News that any attack would be met with a decisive response.
According to the sources, the Afghan delegation emphasized that controlling attacks inside Pakistan is the responsibility of Pakistani security forces, and Afghanistan can only guarantee that...
His remarks follow recent border tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan. On Sunday, Muttaqi warned that Kabul has “other options” if Islamabad is not interested in peace.
The IEA refused to approve the visit, citing Pakistan’s recent airspace violations and airstrikes on civilian areas in Afghanistan’s Paktika province.
Mujahid said IEA forces carried out a “revenge operation” overnight, and gave detailed casualty figures: 58 Pakistani soldiers killed, 30 wounded, and more than 20 security...