Taliban government Defence Minister Mullah Yaqub Mujahid speaks via video conference from Doha, following ceasefire talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan, in Kabul, Afghanistan, 19 October 2025. Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire after talks in Doha, pledging to respect each other's sovereignty. Facilitated by Qatar and Turkey, both sides will meet again in Istanbul on 25 October to establish a monitoring mechanism for lasting peace. EPA/SAMIULLAH POPAL Source: EPA / SAMIULLAH POPAL/EPA