India, Oct. 16 -- Amid the escalating tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan following the deadly border clashes, both countries have agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire. This truce brings a temporary halt to the growing hostilities between the two countries along the Durand Line.

As per Pakistani military, around 15 to 20 Taliban militants were killed in the Spin Boldak border districts. Furthermore, a Taliban spokesman said at least 12 civilians had been killed and more than 100 wounded by Pakistani firing.

As both sides claim the other suffered heavy casualties, none of the death tolls could be independently confirmed.

Since the resurgence of Taliban rule in Afghanistan, Pakistan has claimed several terrorist attacks against it by the ...