"The United Nations has called on the warring Afghan and Pakistani military forces to permanently end hostilities, after a 48-hour ceasefire took effect following days of skirmishes that killed dozens and injured more than 100 others. In a statement issued on Thursday, the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire and called on all parties to bring a lasting end to hostilities to protect civilians and prevent further loss of life."
"It also urged both Afghanistan and Pakistan to comply with their obligations under international law to prevent more civilian casualties. The recent deadly clashes between the two neighbouring countries and former allies erupted last week after Pakistan struck targets inside Afghanistan, including in the capital Kabul. Pakistan had been demanding that the Afghan Taliban administration act to rein in armed groups who had stepped up attacks in Pakistan, saying they operated from havens in Afghanistan."
A fragile 48-hour ceasefire between Afghan and Pakistani forces remains in effect after days of skirmishes that killed dozens and injured more than 100. The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) welcomed the truce and urged all parties to bring a lasting end to hostilities, protect civilians, and comply with international law. Recent clashes began after Pakistan struck targets inside Afghanistan, including Kabul, following demands that the Taliban rein in armed groups accused of attacking Pakistan. Afghan forces retaliated, accusing Pakistani soldiers of violating territory. Local officials reported 40 civilian deaths and 170 wounded in border areas.
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