Afghanistan’s embassy in Canberra to suspend operations from mid-2026
The embassy and the Australian government said they stood with the people of Afghanistan and did not recognize the Taliban.
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Rand Paul says bill would claw back $631m from Afghanistan
“If H.R. 260 becomes law, $631 million meant for Afghanistan reconstruction will be clawed back to the Treasury,” Paul said.
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U.S. Senate panel advances bill to block aid reaching Taliban
The No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act was introduced in January 2025 by Republican Senator Tim Sheehy and three other.
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Pakistan defense minister cites Taliban divisions in regional security tensions
“These differences are now visible to the world,” Asif said in televised remarks.
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Saleh alleges US cash transfer to Taliban in January
Saleh said in a post on X that the United States handed over $45 million in cash to the Taliban.
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Taliban say talks with US on prisoner exchange have yet to reach deal
Mujahid said that discussions with the US side were ongoing and should lead to “practical results.”
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UN political chief urges Taliban to lift curbs on women as Kabul visit ends
The UN said DiCarlo raised deep concern during meetings with Taliban officials over bans on women working for the UN.
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UN political chief meets Iran’s chargé d’affaires in Kabul
The Iranian mission said the two discussed the work of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan.
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Taliban say next Doha process working group meeting to be held in Kabul
The Taliban-run interior ministry quoted DiCarlo as emphasising the need for continued engagement.
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UN political chief arrives in Kabul
The sources said DiCarlo is expected to hold meetings with Taliban officials during her visit.