A fter days of deadly cross-border violence, Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban-led administration have agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire beginning Wednesday evening.

The truce follows intense airstrikes by Pakistani forces in Kandahar’s Spin Boldak district, which reportedly killed at least 15 civilians and injured over 100, including women and children.

The Pakistani Foreign Ministry stated the ceasefire aims to de-escalate tensions. It also aims to open diplomatic channels. Kabul, while agreeing to the truce, emphasised it was “at Pakistan’s insistence.” Furthermore, they warned against further aggression.

The conflict was triggered by Islamabad’s demand that the Taliban curb militants allegedly operating from Afghan soil. The Taliban denied the accusations and countered that Pakistan w

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