Islamabad, July 5: China’s attempts to mediate between Pakistan and Afghanistan have yet to yield significant success, according to a recent report. Tensions and skirmishes between the two neighboring countries continue unabated.
The Diplomat’s report states, “Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and China have repeatedly tried to mediate between the two nations, but tensions remain unresolved.”
Following talks mediated by China in Urumqi during the first week of April, Pakistan and Afghanistan had agreed to avoid further escalation; however, this peace lasted only a few weeks. Subsequently, Taliban radio reported that a Pakistani artillery attack had destroyed a health center in Kunar province.
The report highlights, “While fighting continues between Pakistan and the Taliban, China is still attempting to resolve the dispute. Beijing is now preparing for a second round of talks. In May, China’s special envoy for Afghanistan, Ambassador Yu Xiaoyong, met with various Pakistani officials and Taliban representatives to review the progress made after the Urumqi discussions. China’s efforts appear to be aligned with its own regional interests, but the current situation necessitates a more concrete and practical solution that addresses the concerns of both parties; otherwise, the next round of talks may also fail to produce tangible results.”
According to the report, Pakistan has conducted over ten airstrikes in various regions of Afghanistan in the past five months. Afghan media outlet Tolo News reported that these attacks have resulted in over 800 civilian casualties, with provinces such as Khost, Paktia, Paktika, Kunar, Kabul, Nangarhar, and Kandahar being targeted. Civilians have borne the brunt of these assaults.
The attacks have damaged not only residential homes but also civilian facilities such as hospitals, schools, and universities.
The report further noted, “Pakistan’s latest attack occurred a day after a bomb and gunfire assault on a Sindh Rangers post in Karachi. The Pakistani army stated that fighters from the Jamaat-ul-Ahrar, a splinter group of the TTP, detonated an explosion at the main entrance of the Rangers camp in Gulistan-e-Jauhar and then opened fire on the paramilitary forces.”
According to the report, this incident is one of the largest attacks in Karachi in recent years. Previously, in 2024, an explosion targeted a convoy of Chinese nationals, resulting in the deaths of two Chinese citizens.
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