‘Cup of tea’ in Kabul proved costly: Pakistan’s Ishaq Dar calls it a mistake; pledges not to repeat it

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‘Cup of tea’ in Kabul proved costly: Pakistan’s Ishaq Dar calls it a mistake; pledges not to repeat it

Wednesday 5th November 2025, 2:05PM

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar labeled a "cup of tea" meeting in Kabul a "costly mistake" by the previous government, which he claims opened borders to Afghanistan and led to a surge in terrorist attacks. Afghanistan's foreign ministry has disputed Dar's account of communication, stating their initial contact was for mutual understanding.

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