Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban regime have agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire beginning Wednesday at 6:00 PM, after Islamabad’s precision strikes on Taliban and terrorist hideouts in Kandahar and Kabul.
According to the Foreign Office, the truce was requested by the Taliban and mutually approved to create “space for constructive dialogue” and promote stability along the border. Officials described the ceasefire as a temporary yet critical opportunity to de-escalate hostilities.
Pakistan’s Strikes Hit Taliban Battalions, Terror Camps
Security officials said Pakistan launched targeted airstrikes in Kandahar and Kabul, destroying several Taliban battalion headquarters and militant camps.
In Kandahar, the operation hit Battalion Headquarters 4 and 8 and Border Brigade 5. All targets were chosen carefully to avoid civilian areas.
Meanwhile, in Kabul, Pakistan struck the Fitna al-Hindustan network, a terrorist faction blamed for orchestrating cross-border attacks. Military sources said the strikes proved Pakistan’s ability to dismantle militant infrastructure while minimising civilian harm.
Border Clashes Triggered the Ceasefire
The truce follows intense fighting after Taliban and TTP (Fitna al-Khawarij) fighters launched attacks on Pakistani border posts in Kurram and Chaman earlier this week.
Early Wednesday, militants attacked multiple positions near Spin Boldak, Balochistan.
The Pakistan Army responded swiftly, killing about 20 militants and forcing others to retreat. During the assault, the attackers blew up the Pakistan-Afghanistan Friendship Gate, halting trade and civilian movement across the border.
Over 200 Taliban Fighters were Killed Earlier
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed that more than 200 Taliban fighters were killed in clashes on October 11–12. Twenty-three Pakistani soldiers were martyred in the operation.
According to ISPR, Taliban units, supported by “Indian-sponsored elements of Fitna al-Khawarij,” launched coordinated raids and artillery fire to destabilise border areas.
In response, Pakistan carried out precision strikes on Taliban camps, supply lines, and training centres inside Afghan territory. Officials said all necessary steps were taken to protect civilians.
Ceasefire Seen as Chance for Dialogue
The 48-hour ceasefire marks a vital pause after one of the deadliest weeks of border fighting in years.
Both sides are expected to use this window to hold talks and find mechanisms to prevent future hostilities.
Officials believe this temporary calm could open the door to sustained dialogue and cross-border stability.
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