Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Threatens War Against Taliban On Eve Of Afghan Peace Talks A peace summit hanging by a thread. Just hours before Pakistani and Afghan officials are due to meet in Turkey, Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif set off alarm bells with a startling “War will happen” threat against the Taliban government. The talks, mediated by Turkey and Qatar, are the latest attempt to stabilize a border that’s seen deadly clashes, economic blockades, and drone strikes. Afghanistan’s leaders, meanwhile, accuse Pakistan of "drone warfare on civilians" and supporting ISIS networks. The Taliban-led Afghan delegation includes top negotiators like Abdul Haq Wasiq and Suhail Shaheen, while Pakistan sends its intelligence and security heavyweights.

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