A short-lived ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan ended on Friday evening with no clear announcements on how the two nations will proceed. While tension temporarily eased during the 48-hour truce, the lack of further clarity leaves observers wondering about the future of their bilateral relations.

In a surprising turnaround, former President Donald Trump now doubts Russian President Vladimir Putin’s willingness to end the Ukraine war, despite recently suggesting a peace deal was imminent. This shift raises questions about the prospects of resolving the ongoing conflict.