Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry has called on the Taliban to take concrete action against terrorist groups operating in Afghanistan, stressing that Afghan territory must not be used for attacks against Pakistan.

Speaking at a press conference on Friday, ministry spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan said that organisations such as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) pose a shared threat to regional peace and stability, and that collective action is needed to counter them.

“There must be a serious and sustained fight against terrorist organisations like the TTP,” Khan said, urging the Taliban to uphold their responsibility to prevent cross-border militancy.

He added that Pakistan respects Afghanistan’s sovereignty and remains committed to strengthening dialogue and cooperation to address mutual security concerns.

Khan emphasised that Pakistan has consistently prioritised diplomacy, even as it faces continuing threats from militant hideouts and sanctuaries inside Afghanistan.