Overview
- Rehman said he remains in contact with Afghan authorities, who he described as open to resolving disputes through dialogue.
- He stated that a ceasefire was in place and pressed media and social-media users to avoid incendiary rhetoric.
- Security sources reported new firing on Pakistani positions in Kurram shortly after his remarks, with Pakistan’s response said to have destroyed a Taliban tank.
- The military’s media wing previously said Pakistani strikes destroyed posts and killed more than 200 Taliban and allied militants after attacks that left 23 Pakistani soldiers dead.
- Warning against opening a western front, Rehman argued Afghanistan’s security institutions are still developing and called for measured strategy.