Iran to Host De-Escalation Talks Between Pakistan and Afghanistan

Iran will host a regional meeting next month focused on de-escalation between Pakistan and Afghanistan's Taliban.

Responding on Sunday to a question about Iran’s offer to host a regional meeting aimed at easing tensions between Pakistan and the Taliban, Pakistan's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said Islamabad appreciates the initiative, The Caspian Post reports citing Iranian media.

He described Iran as a “brotherly, friendly country”, adding that Pakistan consistently supports resolving disputes through dialogue and diplomacy.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi recently announced plans for a regional meeting to help de-escalate tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan's Taliban.

Earlier this month, a third round of talks between Pakistan and the Taliban in Istanbul ended without progress.