A critical round of negotiations between Pakistan and the Taliban is scheduled to commence in Doha on Friday, sources confirmed to CNN-News18. The talks, facilitated by a third-party mediator, underscore the growing urgency to address escalating cross-border tensions, primarily fueled by the activities of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).Pakistan National Security Adviser and DG ISI Lt Gen Asim Malik and Afghan Taliban Defense Minister Mullah Yaqoob are likely to meet today in Doha, reported a top diplomatic source.Afghanistan n18oc_worldNews18 Mobile App – https://onelink.to/desc-youtube