Afghan president accuses Pakistan of holding 'keys to war'

Afghanistan's President Ashraf Ghani speaks during a live TV broadcast at the presidential palace in Kabul, Afghanistan on January 28. (REUTERS Photo)

KABUL, January 30 (Reuters): Afghan President Ashraf Ghani said on Wednesday the "keys to war are in Islamabad, Quetta, Rawalpindi", accusing Pakistan of being a safe haven for cross-border militant activities.

Ghani said by contrast the "key to peace was in Afghanistan" -- at a time when peace talks to end the 17-year war between the Taliban and U.S. officials have gained momentum.

He was speaking at a national conference for youth and peace in Kabul.




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