Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar expressed concerns over the lack of progress in Saudi-hosted talks with Afghanistan, emphasizing that Pakistan’s cooperation depends on Afghanistan’s commitment to counterterrorism. While Dar welcomed a recent fatwa prohibiting cross-border conflict and assurances from Taliban leaders, he reiterated that Pakistan requires concrete actions to prevent attacks from Afghan territory, particularly by groups like Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan. Despite a fragile ceasefire and calls for improved relations, ongoing cross-border incidents continue to strain ties. The persistence of mutual distrust and the absence of effective diplomatic breakthroughs highlight the complexities of regional security dynamics as both nations navigate a precarious relationship amid economic challenges and militant threats.