An important round of talks between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban is underway in Istanbul. The Taliban have responded to Pakistan’s demands regarding safe havens of the banned TTP, as reported by national media on Sunday.
According to a report quoting sources, Pakistan immediately took follow-up action after receiving the Taliban’s response. An agreement on a verifiable monitoring mechanism is expected in today’s session.
The report states that there is a possibility of an agreement between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban to end cross-border terrorism. The purpose of the talks between the two sides is to ensure border security and regional peace.
The Pakistani delegation had presented a list of demands to the Taliban. During the ongoing round of talks between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban, the Taliban have reportedly given a positive response to Pakistan’s demands regarding TTP’s safe havens.
