ISLAMABAD — Afghanistan and Pakistan, embroiled in fighting that has killed dozens of people and injured hundreds, pledged on Sunday to respect a ceasefire .

The truce, mediated by Qatar and Turkey, came into effect immediately and is intended to pause hostilities.

Violence has escalated between the neighbors since earlier this month , with each country saying they were responding to aggression from the other. Afghanistan denies harboring militants who carry out attacks in border areas.

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Afghan and Pakistani delegations have met in Doha to address their deadliest crisis in years

The talks, led by defense ministers, are focusing on ending cross-border tensions and restoring peace. Fighting over the past week has killed dozens and injured hundreds

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