Taliban Rejects Ceasefire Statement with Pakistan, Reaffirms Non-Interference Policy

The Taliban spokesperson has rejected a joint statement regarding a ceasefire with Pakistan, reaffirming the Islamic Emirate’s long-standing position against the use of Afghan territory for actions against other countries. He mentioned an agreement between both parties to refrain from hostile actions; analysts view this accord as a part of the regional power dynamics.

Zabiullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, stated on Sunday via his official account on X (formerly Twitter) that the recently published statement regarding a ceasefire agreement between the Taliban and Pakistan was not a joint declaration between the two parties.

Taliban’s Consistent Stance on Non-Interference

Mujahid emphasized that the phrase within the statements indicating a lack of support for attacks by opposition groups against the Pakistani government reflects the permanent and unchanging position of the Islamic Emirate. “We will not allow the territory of Afghanistan to be used against any country, nor will we support any attacks against any party,” he asserted.
He added that the two sides have agreed during their negotiations not to engage in any hostile actions against each other, a matter he considers crucial for bilateral relations.

Conclusion of Doha Negotiations with a Signed Agreement

Earlier that same morning, Mujahid announced the conclusion of negotiations between representatives of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Doha, Qatar. According to him, the meeting ended with the signing of an agreement aimed at establishing a complete and meaningful ceasefire.
Based on this agreement, both countries have committed to avoiding any reciprocal hostile actions and to cease support for groups active against the Pakistani government.
Meanwhile, some regional analysts believe that Islamabad’s recent maneuvers and desire for an agreement with the Taliban may be aimed at curtailing the spread of US influence in Afghanistan.
These experts argue that Pakistan is trying to maintain a communication channel with the Taliban to prevent Kabul from drifting closer to Washington and to obstruct potential plans for the re-establishment of a US military base at Bagram, which they interpret as part of Islamabad’s new political pressure on the Taliban.