The U.S. State Department released a statement after the meeting saying the two sides had "productive discussions on steps toward launching direct negotiations."
Khalilzad described these steps as positive, adding that the US president had reportedly agreed to delay a previously threatened escalation.
The ceasefire could be extended if additional time was required for talks, the report said.
The ministers also reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Meanwhile, a spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed concern over rising tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, stressing the importance of diplomacy to resolve...
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar said the temporary truce is a constructive gesture that could help de-escalate the situation and promote calm along the...
In a joint statement shared on social media, the party and its supporters warned that the continued loss of civilian lives is worsening instability and undermining...
Wang noted that China’s Special Envoy for Afghan Affairs is currently shuttling between the two countries to help promote dialogue and reconciliation.
He also criticised political figures who, he said, distort Qatar’s role for domestic gain, despite its mediation leading to hostage releases, humanitarian pauses, and ceasefires.
Leo, who usually prefers using careful, diplomatic language, ramped up criticism earlier this year of Israel's military campaign in Gaza.
His comments highlight the distinct political and military contexts of each conflict and why, according to him, lessons from Afghanistan cannot be directly applied to Ukraine.
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.
Naqvi welcomed Iran’s readiness to facilitate dialogue between Islamabad and Kabul, saying Pakistan “values any constructive role that can help reduce regional tensions.”
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...
Mujahid stated, “We must wait for the responsible parties to share the outcomes with us. Until then, it would be premature to make judgments or express...
In a post on X, Khalilzad cautioned that allowing “personal hostility” to shape national decisions could have disastrous consequences.
The U.S. president also expressed pride in brokering the Thailand–Cambodia accord, calling it a “historic achievement” and a symbol of Washington’s renewed global peace diplomacy.
The talks, facilitated by Turkish mediators, come amid recent cross-border tensions and deadly clashes that have strained relations between Kabul and Islamabad in recent months.
Reiterating its support for diplomatic solutions, the UAE said it stands ready to contribute to initiatives that promote dialogue, trust, and long-term stability in the region.
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