Germany rejects Taliban’s pick for Afghanistan’s embassy in Berlin
Berlin said it had not been notified of any staffing changes after reports the Taliban replaced the current envoy without.
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US seeks release of other Americans held by Taliban as Coyle freed
Rubio said Coyle is on his way home after more than a year in captivity, calling his release a positive.
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Family urges release of Mahmood Shah Habibi after Coyle freed
Global Reach said it has been assisting the Habibi family since shortly after his disappearance.
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Taliban link Coyle’s release to family appeal, talks
The Taliban have said Coyle was detained for violating “Afghanistan’s laws”, though they have not specified the charges.
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Taliban release US detainee Dennis Coyle
The release comes amid growing pressure from US officials over the detention of American citizens in Afghanistan.
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Sources: US warnings change into serious concern in Taliban leader’s office
The development follows a renewed warning from a senior US official calling for the immediate release of four American detainees.
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Taliban appoint diplomat in Berlin without Germany’s approval: Report
According to the report, the newly appointed diplomat previously served in a lower-ranking consular role at the embassy.
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Afghanistan’s political landscape in past year
Despite expanded engagement by several countries, no others followed with official recognition.
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Gorka says US will not tolerate ‘the evil practice of hostage diplomacy’ by Taliban
Gorka said the United States had recently taken further steps to address detentions.
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Iran’s Khamenei calls for improved ties between Taliban, Pakistan
Iranian officials have previously urged both sides to resolve their disputes through dialogue and diplomacy.