CSM: Afghanistan-Taliban peace talks in Pakistan yield optimism, and caution
The Pakistan-hosted peace talks ended with both sides committed to resuming the dialogue after Ramadan. But internal Taliban divisions are raising questions.
The first official peace talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban ended on a positive note this week, signaling the possible start of a formal peace process.
Participants agreed to continue talks after the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which ends in about two weeks. The Taliban’s 13-year insurgency against US-led international troops and Afghan security forces has claimed nearly 100,000 lives and cost roughly $680 billion, reports Bloomberg News.
WNU Editor: The Taliban are already distancing themselves from these talks .... Taliban distance themselves from talks, denies having ‘leadership’s authorisation’ (Indian Express).
More News On The End Of The First Phase In The Afghan Peace Talks
First official attempt at peace talks to end conflict in Afghanistan -- Euronews
Pakistan says it has hosted a round of Kabul-Taleban talks -- AP
Afghan, Taliban officials end peace talks, agree to meet again -- L.A. Times
Afghanistan, Taliban to Resume Peace Talks After July 16 -- Sputnik
Cautious move toward peace deal with Taliban -- CBS
Taliban, Afghan Government Hold Peace Talks in Step Toward Ending War -- Newseek/Reuters
Can the high-level talks lead to peace in Afghanistan? -- Deutsche Welle
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