Taliban regime's refusal to accept rationality is quite unfortunateThe pause in fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan on the eve of Eid is a promising development, and must graduate into a permanent ceasefire. The cessation of hostilities has apparently come under the good offices of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkiye, underscoring the need for tranquility in the region. The discord between Kabul and Islamabad is rooted in the audacity of the former to ignore the menace of terrorism. The Taliban regime's refusal to accept rationality is quite unfortunate. The way forward is a joint counterterrorism policy, and Afghanistan must seek Pakistan's military gear expertise in going after the terror elements.

Source: The Express Tribune March 19, 2026 20:11 UTC