UN grants Taliban foreign minister travel exemption for talks in Qatar
Muttaqi was added to the UN sanctions list in 2001.
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Afghanistan marks 47 years since 1978 coup that toppled first republic
The event, known as the Saur Revolution, is widely seen as a turning point in Afghanistan’s modern history, triggering more.
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Taliban say Russia has accepted their ambassador as envoy visits Kabul
Taliban said the individual would soon be dispatched to Moscow.
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Three opposition groups withdraw from Afghan political alliance
Jamiat-e Islami said it had raised “serious concerns” from the outset about the Assembly’s framework and strategic priorities.
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Exclusive: Taliban, international community set rival demands in UN Afghanistan plan
Respect for human rights is part of the demands of the international community from the Taliban, sources said.
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Lisa Curtis: Doha agreement was ‘withdrawal deal’
Curtis said the agreement, signed by US envoy Zalmay Khalilzad and Taliban leader Mullah Baradar, "conceded far too much" to.
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Trump’s political appointee on Afghanistan comes from Afghan royal dynasty
WASHINGTON — President Trump has appointed Mary Kabir-Seraj Bischoping as Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Afghanistan, marking his first.
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Trump appoints Mary Kabir-Seraj Bischoping as US Deputy Assistant Secretary for Afghanistan
This marks Trump’s first political appointee for Afghanistan.
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Pakistan invites Taliban foreign minister to Islamabad amid migrant tensions
Muttaqi also called for enhanced cooperation from Pakistan in counterterrorism efforts.
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Pakistani foreign minister discusses security, trade in talks with Talian chief minister
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to continued engagement, the statement said.