The Peruvian government, through the
, has expressed its concern over the recent military clashes at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.
Through a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Peru joins the international call for an immediate cessation of hostilities and for dialogue to be prioritized to reduce tensions.
"Peru expresses its concern over the recent military clashes that have occurred in the border area between the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and Afghanistan, which have affected the civilian population, seriously compromising regional stability and peace," the government agency stated.
It noted that Peru "joins the recent statements made by the Secretary-General of the United Nations, which call for an immediate cessation of hostilities, and urges both parties to give precedence to diplomatic channels and direct dialogue as a means to reduce tensions and prevent new confrontations, prioritizing international law and the peaceful settlement of disputes in order to achieve a prompt end to hostilities."
Moreover, the government reiterated "its commitment to respect the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter, international law, and international humanitarian law."
As reported, the Pakistani government declared "open war" on Afghanistan's Taliban authorities on Friday.
It also bombed major Afghan cities, including the capital, Kabul, following months of deadly attacks between the two countries.
The hostilities resumed on Thursday between Pakistan—a nuclear power—and its Taliban-ruled neighbor when Afghan forces attacked Pakistani border troops in "retaliation" for earlier bombardments.