A fresh round of discussions between Afghanistan and Pakistan has taken place in Saudi Arabia, according to a report by Reuters.

Citing three Afghan officials and two Pakistani officials - including one based in Istanbul - the agency reported that both sides agreed to maintain a ceasefire and continue dialogue aimed at reducing tensions.

Pakistani officials confirmed that Islamabad was represented by a delegation comprising members of the military, intelligence services, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Previous attempts by IEA and Pakistani officials to resolve border issues, including meetings held in Qatar and Turkey, have so far failed to produce a breakthrough.