Mahmood Khan Achakzai, Pakistan’s opposition leader, has called for direct talks between Afghanistan and Pakistan, stressing that Afghanistan-related issues cannot be resolved through threats or military pressure.
In a recent interview, he criticized the Pakistani government’s approach, saying that the use of threats and military actions is not a solution to the problems between the two countries, and that no country resorts to attacks after failed negotiations.
Achakzai said: “Negotiations do not work by simultaneously saying that if talks fail, we will launch attacks. Is this the way negotiations are conducted? Such a thing has never happened. What kind of negotiations are these? What exactly do you want?”
The Pakistani opposition leader also emphasized the need for formal dialogue between Kabul and Islamabad and called for these discussions to be held with the participation of neighboring countries and under the umbrella of the United Nations.
Meanwhile, Hassan Mubarak Azizi warned that continued tensions could further destabilize the region.
He said: “If negotiations between Afghanistan and Pakistan fail, I believe not only Afghanistan and Pakistan, but the entire region will face greater instability.”
A number of political analysts also believe that ongoing tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan could negatively affect the security and economic situation of both countries. They say the creation of a regional framework for dialogue could help reduce tensions and strengthen regional stability.
Jabbar Akbari said: “The more propaganda against Afghans increases and the more Pakistan intensifies military activities against Afghanistan, the more isolated Pakistan will become, including economically.”
Although recent talks between Kabul and Islamabad in Urumqi, China, were described as positive, Pakistan’s military reportedly carried out fresh attacks on Dangam district in Kunar province on Monday, killing three civilians and injuring 14 others, including women and children.
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