Overview
- Afghan spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid accused Pakistan of an irresponsible, non‑cooperative stance and of trying to shift security responsibilities onto Kabul.
- Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Asif said the third round ended without results and that there are no plans yet for a fourth round.
- Kabul stated that a ceasefire remains in place and issued a warning to Islamabad, with minister Noorullah Noori telling Pakistan not to test Afghan patience.
- Turkey and Qatar hosted the Nov. 6–7 discussions in Istanbul, and Kabul publicly thanked both mediators as the latest effort failed to secure enforceable guarantees.
- The Pakistan Army reported new border violence during the talks, claiming five soldiers and 25 militants were killed, while Afghan officials alleged Pakistani military elements sabotaged negotiations.