Neumann: EU must not invite Taliban to talks in Brussels
Neumann argued that engagement with the Taliban cannot be viewed as a merely technical process.
Immigration, Politics
Politics
Pakistan’s defense minister says trusting Taliban assurances is ‘dangerous’
Khawaja Asif says Islamabad remains skeptical of Taliban commitments to curb militant groups operating from Afghanistan’s territory.
Politics
UNSC to hold two meetings on Afghanistan as UNAMA renewal looms
The council is expected to review Afghanistan's political and humanitarian situation before deciding on UN mission's mandate.
Politics
Russian envoy says military agreement with Taliban opens way for future contracts
Kabulov said the accord provides a legal basis for broader military-technical cooperation.
Politics, South Asia
EU’s Kallas calls for talks, not airstrikes, in Pakistan-Taliban dispute
Speaking in Islamabad, the EU’s top diplomat warned that recent fighting between Pakistan and Taliban has had serious humanitarian consequences.
Politics
Pakistani opposition leader says Pashtuns should obtain Afghan IDs
Mahmood Khan Achakzai's remarks sparked criticism from Afghan political figures, who said citizenship and national identity are matters of law,.
Politics
New decree gives Taliban leader final say over opponents’ assets
The law requires the approval of Taliban leader before assets belonging to individuals deemed opponents of their rule can be.
Politics, South Asia
Pakistan raises Afghanistan-based militancy in talks with Rubio
Islamabad said its foreign minister discussed terrorism, security cooperation and regional stability with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during.
Politics
China won battle for key UN Afghanistan role, report finds
A dispute involving China, the United States, Pakistan and South Korea underscored growing geopolitical competition over Afghanistan at the Security.
Politics
Taliban seek wider diplomatic access in Europe, report says
According to the report, the Taliban are offering cooperation on migrant returns in exchange for greater diplomatic representation in European.