A landmark peace conference between the Taliban and influential Afghans, including government officials, has agreed a “roadmap for peace” that could hasten the end of the 18-year war.
A statement called for an end to civilian casualties and the protection of women’s rights within an “Islamic framework”.
The non-binding agreement comes as the US and Taliban continue to negotiate an American withdrawal.
A seventh round of talks between American negotiators and the insurgents is expected to resume later on Tuesday.
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They hope to reach an agreement that would see US troops pull out in return for a commitment that Afghanistan would not be used as a base for terrorism.
The Taliban is refusing to hold direct negotiations with the Afghan government until the US announces a timetable for the withdrawal.