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Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to extend a temporary ceasefire, aiming to defuse tensions after a deadly flare-up in October. The two nations will hold another round of peace talks in Istanbul next week, following the worst clashes between them since the Taliban returned to power in 2021. The agreement
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Research conducted at the National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry in Tokyo, Japan, has shed light on the significance of authenticity in treating anxiety disorders. The study, which was a secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial, found that the Unified Protocol (UP), a transdiagnostic cognitive-behavioural treatment, improved patients'
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Research published in the Journal of Organizational Change Management has explored the relationships between critical psychological resources, burnout, and flourishing in contemporary work environments. The study, conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Wisconsin, analyzed data from 374 participants and found that self-efficacy significantly predicts lower burnout
Afghan foreign relations
India has condemned Pakistan for escalating border tensions with Afghanistan, accusing Islamabad of practicing cross-border terrorism and reaffirming New Delhi's full support for Afghanistan's sovereignty and independence. The comments mark India's strongest response yet to recent Pakistani military actions near the Afghanistan frontier. India
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Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban have reached an interim understanding following six days of high-level talks in Istanbul, aimed at preventing the use of Afghan soil for terrorist activities against Pakistan. The dialogue appeared to stall several times over the past week, but ultimately led to a provisional mutual understanding.
Afghan foreign relations
Discussions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, mediated by Turkey and Qatar, have led to a breakthrough in the conflict. The two nations have agreed to maintain a ceasefire and resume negotiations on November 6. Following a series of failed talks aimed at easing border tensions, the development marks a significant step
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Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a ceasefire after a series of high-level talks in Istanbul, facilitated by Turkey and Qatar. The Joint Statement on the talks, released on October 30, 2025, outlines the details of the agreement, which is contingent on Afghanistan's commitment to prevent the use
Afghan foreign relations
Discussions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, mediated by Turkey and Qatar, have led to a breakthrough in the conflict. The two nations have agreed to maintain a ceasefire and resume negotiations on November 6. Following a series of failed talks aimed at easing border tensions, the development marks a significant step
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As the United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for African Affairs, Martha Pobi, addressed the Security Council, she painted a grim picture of Sudan's rapidly deteriorating situation. After over 500 days of siege, the town of El Fasher in North Darfur was captured by the Rapid Reaction Force, marking a
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King Mohammed VI of Morocco has issued a public call for a sincere and fraternal dialogue with Algeria, following a significant UN Security Council vote in favor of Morocco's Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara. The move is seen as a chance for the two North African countries to
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Pakistan's Foreign Office Spokesperson Ambassador Tahir Hussain Andrabi emphasized that his country does not seek further escalation of hostilities with the Afghan Taliban regime but expects concrete and verifiable action against terrorist entities operating from Afghan soil. He stressed Pakistan's commitment to regional peace and stability,
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan continued his Gulf tour by meeting with Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, solidifying strategic cooperation in key areas such as trade, energy, and the defense industry. The two leaders held closed-door talks at Al Alam Palace in Muscat, followed by a joint meeting with their
