Doha, March 18 (QNA) - The State of Qatar welcomed the announcement of a temporary truce between Afghanistan and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr, considering this step a positive gesture that contributes to de-escalation and promotes calm between the two sides.

In a statement, Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the State of Qatar's hope that this temporary truce will pave the way for a return to a sustainable ceasefire agreement, one that spares civilian lives and achieves security and stability.

In this context, the Ministry praised the response of both parties to the calls made by the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the Republic of Turkiye to implement this truce, stressing that prioritizing dialogue and peaceful solutions is the best way to resolve outstanding disputes.

The Ministry also reiterated the State of Qatar's commitment to continuing its diplomatic efforts, in coordination with regional and international partners, to support de-escalation efforts and enhance security and stability in the region. (QNA)