Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to resume talks in Istanbul at Turkiye’s request after previous rounds ended in deadlock, following recent border clashes that caused casualties on both sides.

Pakistan insists Afghan territory must not be used by armed groups, particularly Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), which it accuses of carrying out attacks inside its borders, while the Afghan Taliban deny harboring such groups.

The resumption of dialogue comes amid threats from Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif of possible air strikes, signaling both resolve and a willingness to negotiate, Al-Jazeera has reported.

Analysts note that India’s involvement in the region complicates tensions, with Islamabad accusing New Delhi of using Afghan territory to undermine Pakistan.