Islamabad Must Choose Politics Over Force: Khalilzad

2025-09-15 04:00:14

(MENAFN- Pajhwok Afghan News)

KABUL (Pajhwok): Zalmay Khalilzad has warned that continued violence between Pakistani security forces and Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has caused heavy casualties and that Islamabad is mistaken in believing a military solution is viable.

In a post on X, the former US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation wrote:“Violence between Pakistan's security forces and the Pakistani Taliban has resulted in the deaths of a significant number of security personnel and civilians.”

He added:“The Pakistani establishment is mistaken if it believes there is a military solution to this challenge. I do not see a credible strategy.”

Khalilzad stressed that the time has come for Islamabad to adopt a political approach and engage in dialogue.

He also suggested that Afghanistan should support Pakistan in any future negotiations.

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