Pakistan remains unconvinced by recent assurances from Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities regarding action against the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
According to officials familiar with the matter, the Taliban leadership has reportedly informed Pakistan that its supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, warned the TTP to stop carrying out attacks inside Pakistan.
The message was conveyed as part of Kabul’s efforts to demonstrate that it is addressing Pakistan’s security concerns.
However, Pakistani authorities are said to view the assurances as inadequate.
Officials believe that statements and promises alone cannot resolve the issue. They argue that practical and verifiable action is required to address the threat posed by militant groups operating from Afghan territory.
According to Pakistani assessments, there has been no significant change in the situation on the ground.
Security officials maintain that militant networks continue to operate and recruit members despite repeated commitments from the Taliban administration.
The issue has become one of the biggest obstacles in relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan since the Taliban returned to power in Kabul.
Despite growing mistrust, diplomatic engagement between the two countries has continued.
China has encouraged both neighboring countries to resolve their differences through dialogue and cooperation.
Beijing described the talks as constructive and expressed hope that they would contribute to long-term stability in the region.
Islamabad has indicated that it remains open to future negotiations if there is a realistic possibility of progress.
At the same time, Pakistan continues to emphasize that stronger action is needed against groups accused of launching attacks from across the border.
In a joint statement, Pakistan and China expressed concern over terrorist organizations operating from Afghan territory and called for decisive action against such groups.
Relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have remained tense in recent months.
The situation became more strained earlier this year following increased military activity along parts of the frontier and Pakistani operations targeting suspected militant hideouts.
Pakistan maintains that it has repeatedly provided information regarding the presence of TTP members in Afghanistan.
Analysts say the trust deficit between Islamabad and Kabul remains deep.
While diplomatic channels remain open, experts believe meaningful improvement in relations will depend on concrete security cooperation and visible action against militant groups.
