Group 1 - A temporary ceasefire of 48 hours was implemented between Pakistan and Afghanistan following border clashes, which expired on the evening of October 17 [1][3] - Negotiations between the two countries are set to begin in Doha, Qatar, with both delegations arriving on October 18 [2][3] - The recent border conflict has resulted in significant casualties, with over 30 civilians reported dead and more than 400 injured on the Afghan side, marking the most intense clashes since the Taliban regained power in Afghanistan in 2021 [3][4] Group 2 - Following the expiration of the ceasefire, reports emerged of airstrikes by Pakistan in southeastern Afghanistan, resulting in at least 10 deaths, including three Afghan cricket players [4] - Pakistan's military claimed to have conducted targeted airstrikes against terrorist groups in the border region, killing at least 70 militants, including a leader of a faction of the Pakistani Taliban [4][7] - The border line, known as the "Durand Line," has been a source of contention for years, contributing to ongoing conflicts between the two nations [7]

Group 1 - A temporary ceasefire of 48 hours has been agreed upon by the governments of Pakistan and Afghanistan, starting from October 15, 2023 [2][3] - The ceasefire was initiated at the request of the Afghan side, with both parties aiming to engage in constructive dialogue to find a positive resolution to ongoing issues [2][3] - The ceasefire is a response to recent small-scale armed conflicts along the border, which have resulted in civilian casualties and heightened tensions between the two nations [3][5] Group 2 - Recent border clashes have been triggered by accusations from both sides, with Afghanistan claiming retaliation against airstrikes from Pakistan, while Pakistan condemns Afghan provocations [3][6] - The border line, known as the "Durand Line," has been a source of contention for years, contributing to the recurring conflicts between the two countries [6]