Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:26pm on 13 Oct 2025,Monday International
Afghanistan rejected Pakistan's truce efforts by denying visas to Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, ISI chief Asim Malik, and two generals, three times in three days. This follows deadly border clashes where Pakistan admitted 23 soldiers and 200+ Taliban fighters died, while Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid claimed 58 Pakistani soldiers perished. US President Trump immediately offered mediation, calling himself "an expert at resolving wars" while en route to Israel. China urged restraint, requesting both nations ensure Chinese personnel safety while emphasizing their friendship status. The crisis stems from Pakistan's allegations that Kabul hosts militant groups TTP and BLA, issues addressed through China's tripartite mechanism.
