ISLAMABAD ( WNAM REPORT ):Pakistan has presented its final position to the Afghan Taliban regime during the second round of talks, firmly rejecting what it called their continued patronage of cross-border attacks and terrorism, terming such activities ‘unacceptable’, security sources said.
The ongoing negotiations being mediated by Turkiye and Qatar are aimed at preventing a relapse into conflict following clashes between the border forces of the two countries earlier this month, the worst since the Taliban’s takeover of Kabul in 2021.
According to security sources, the Pakistani delegation made it clear during Sunday’s session that the Taliban’s support for militant groups operating from Afghan soil cannot be tolerated. Islamabad, they said, demanded ‘concrete and verifiable steps’ from Kabul to eliminate cross-border terrorism.
“On the contrary, the arguments being presented by the Taliban are illogical and contrary to ground realities,” a security source said. “It appears that the Taliban are following someone else’s agenda, which is not in the interest of stability in Afghanistan, Pakistan, or the wider region.”
Officials added that further progress in the talks will depend on a positive and constructive attitude from the Afghan Taliban. Although a final outcome has yet to emerge, sources indicated that the Taliban remain reluctant to take action against Fitna al-Khwarij.
Pakistan’s delegation presented what officials described as substantial evidence of the presence of Fitna al Khwarij and Fitna al Hindustan on Afghan soil, including proof of shelter being provided to their leadership by the Afghan Taliban.
Officials further noted that the Taliban, as a non-state actor themselves, appear unable to grasp the implications of supporting other non-state groups at the expense of formal relations with Pakistan — a country that has long been a benefactor of the Afghan people.
“The Pakistani delegation joined the talks with full clarity, presenting core issues with solid evidence and refusing to let discussions deviate,” a security source said. “Pakistan maintained its stance that it will not engage with Fitna al-Khwarij and that the Afghan Taliban must withdraw their support to the leadership of all proxies.”
Officials also highlighted that the Taliban’s refusal to act on Pakistan’s demand — which has been endorsed by Turkiye, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE , indicates that their current course is taking precedence over the consensus of international interlocutors. Sources suggested that this agenda may be influenced by India, which is reportedly seeking to re-establish its foothold in Afghanistan.
