Pakistan urges Afghan soil free of terrorism and this message was clearly delivered during a regional meeting that focused on security and the future of Afghanistan. The discussion took place in Tehran, where special envoys from countries neighboring Afghanistan gathered to talk openly about threats, trust, and responsibility. Pakistan’s position was direct and firm, with no room for confusion or selective action.
The meeting brought together representatives from Pakistan, several neighboring states, and Russia. The goal was to look at the security situation in and around Afghanistan and how instability there continues to affect the entire region. Pakistan’s envoy, Mohammad Sadiq, used the forum to highlight that terrorism linked to Afghan territory remains a serious challenge. He pointed out that no country can feel safe when militant groups are allowed to operate or find shelter without consequences.
Sadiq reminded participants that the Afghan people have already suffered enough. Decades of conflict, economic pressure, and isolation have taken a heavy toll. According to Pakistan’s envoy, ordinary Afghans deserve peace, dignity, and a chance to rebuild normal lives. That cannot happen if armed groups keep exploiting Afghan soil for violence beyond its borders.
He also urged Afghanistan’s de facto rulers to move beyond statements and take visible, practical steps. Reducing public hardship, improving daily life, and addressing security concerns are not optional tasks. They are essential duties. Regional confidence, Sadiq stressed, depends on clear proof that Afghan territory is no longer being used by terrorist elements of any kind.
Pakistan urges Afghan soil free of terrorism because lasting cooperation in the region is impossible without trust. Neighboring countries need assurance that commitments will be honored in action, not just words. The Tehran meeting reflected a growing regional consensus that peace in Afghanistan is directly tied to peace beyond it. Until the threat of terrorism is removed completely, instability will continue to block progress for everyone involved.
