Karzai seen as key figure for political reconciliation in Afghanistan
Shamim shahid PESHAWAR: Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan continue to deepen, with analysts warning that prolonged hostility between Pakistan’s powerful military establishment and Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban could prove damaging for both sides. Observers note that while future strategies on either side remain unclear, escalating friction has already halted political dialogue, bilateral trade and cross-border movement, further destabilising the fragile economies of both neighbouring countries. Afghanistan’s infrastructure, weakened by decades of conflict, remains in ruins, while Pakistan faces increasing security and economic pressures. Analysts argue that the Taliban leadership lacks experience in political dialogue, reconciliation and diplomacy. The group returned toRead More
