Former Pakistani Envoy Warns Taliban-Pakistan Ceasefire Won't Last Without Action Against TTP
Former Pakistan special envoy for Afghanistan Asif Durrani warned that the current ceasefire between the Taliban and Islamabad will not endure without concrete actions against Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
In a post on X on Thursday, Durrani said the pause in hostilities could become a durable truce only if the Taliban implement specific measures. He called for formal confirmation and strict enforcement of an order attributed to Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada that declares jihad in Pakistan forbidden. Durrani emphasized that the order must be implemented at every level of the Taliban structure, rather than remaining symbolic.
Durrani also demanded the disarmament of TTP members in Afghanistan, arguing that their presence undermines state authority and threatens regional stability. He urged the Taliban to halt fundraising by TTP members and supporters, particularly through mosques and informal religious networks.
Additionally, he said TTP leaders must not be allowed to use Afghan soil to plan or launch attacks against Pakistan, and Afghan citizens should be barred from participating in such operations.
The Taliban have denied supporting the TTP and stated they will not permit Afghan territory to be used against neighboring countries. Durrani said lasting calm depends on visible actions by the Taliban.
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