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.
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Pakistan says talks in Kabul focused on security, trade and regional cooperation
The talks came amid growing tensions between the two sides.
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Pakistan’s foreign minister arrives in Kabul on first official visit
Dar is leading a high-level delegation that includes Pakistan’s special envoy for Afghanistan.
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Russia’s Supreme Court agrees to suspend Taliban’s designation on banned list
The Taliban, however, continues to be subject to United Nations sanctions.