No permanent ceasefire from Taliban

Zalmay Khalilzad, the US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation, has said that the Taliban will not agree to a comprehensive ceasefire until there is a political settlement in place. Khalilzad said that the US is ready to work with the Afghan government and the Taliban for a reduction in violence. The envoy's remarks come as the Taliban continues to increase attacks in multiple areas in Afghanistan. In the latest incidents of violence, clashes were reported in parts of Badakshan; Taluqan in Takhar province; and Kunduz province. (IANS)

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