Afghanistan has said it remains open to dialogue with Pakistan, as both sides continue efforts to ease rising tensions through diplomatic talks, according to TOLOnews.
In an interview with the BBC, deputy spokesperson Hamdullah Fitrat said discussions are ongoing, but some of Pakistan’s demands are difficult for Afghanistan to accept. He noted that progress is possible if Islamabad reconsiders its position on key issues.
Fitrat stressed that Afghanistan’s priorities are clear: respect for its territorial integrity, national sovereignty, and an end to attacks affecting its people. He added that problems between the two neighbors can be solved through dialogue and mutual understanding.
At the same time, he rejected Pakistan’s claims that armed groups threatening its security are operating from Afghan soil. Fitrat said Afghanistan does not allow any group to use its territory against another country.
He also described the issue of Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) as an internal matter for Pakistan. According to him, such groups have existed within Pakistan for years and should not be blamed on Afghanistan.
Meanwhile, a well-informed source told TOLOnews that informal talks between Kabul and Islamabad are expected to continue soon in Kabul. Earlier rounds of discussions were held in Istanbul, Türkiye, but planned meetings were delayed due to challenges on Pakistan’s side.
Political analysts say continued dialogue could help reduce tensions and reopen channels of cooperation. Gul Mohammaduddin Mohammadi noted that both formal and informal talks, whether held in Türkiye, Qatar, or elsewhere, can be useful if they focus on resolving shared problems.
Another analyst, Wahid Faqiri, said improving relations is important for both countries, though he believes Pakistan has played a role in prolonging tensions.
In recent months, countries such as Qatar, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and China have hosted discussions between the two sides. However, these efforts have yet to bring a lasting solution, leaving key disputes unresolved.
