ISLAMABAD: In response to an offer of mediation by Afghanistan’s Taliban government, Pakistan has firmly reiterated its rejection of holding peace talks with Afghanistan-based Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militant group. At a press briefing, the FO spokesperson referred to a previous statement made by Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, emphasising the clarity of the minister’s position on this matter. “The rejection aligns with the earlier stance expressed by Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari”, she added. Ms Baloch said talks could not be held with the outlawed TTP, which has been involved in the killing of Pakistani civilians and law enforcement officials. FM Bilawal visit to Japan from July 2Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is scheduled to undertake an official visit to Japan on July 2-3 upon the invitation of Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi.
