Riyadh — The first round of high-level talks between Afghan and Pakistani delegations in Riyadh reportedly failed to produce any tangible agreement due to exchanges of heated words, accusations, and cross-accusations.
A local Afghan source confirmed that the negotiations temporarily halted after tensions escalated, preventing the talks from moving in a positive trajectory. The delegations, facilitated by Saudi Arabia, had convened amid rising cross-border tensions and political strain between Islamabad and Kabul. While specific details of the disagreements have not been disclosed, insiders say the breakdown underscores the challenges in establishing a productive framework for direct dialogue.
Officials involved indicated that further rounds of talks are expected, as both sides and mediators continue efforts to reduce tensions and seek a pathway toward structured engagement.