Pakistani envoy dismissed over differences in Afghanistan policy: Report
Citing diplomatic sources, the report indicates that Durrani was dismissed last Tuesday, following tensions between Islamabad and the Taliban-led government in Kabul.
South Asia
Afghanistan
Pakistani special envoy for Afghanistan dismissed: Reports
According to Pakistan Daily, the country's Foreign Ministry issued a letter on Friday announcing Durrani’s dismissal, though no reason has been provided for his removal.
Afghanistan
Taliban-run interior ministry claims ‘zero’ ISIS presence in Afghanistan
SIGAR has reported that ISIS-Khorasan retains a force of 2,000 to 3,500 fighters in Afghanistan.
Afghanistan
Taliban blames Pakistan for regional threats after envoy’s remarks
Takal also claimed that the Taliban had "completely suppressed" the Islamic State, known locally as Daesh.
Afghanistan
Pakistani diplomat warns of potential 9/11-style attack originating from Afghanistan
"Afghanistan has almost been forgotten. There is no doubt about it," said Durrani.
Opinions
Afghanistan’s future: Scenario two
In this article, ex-MP Abdul Hafeez Mansoor predicts four possible scenarios for the Afghanistan's future.
Afghanistan
Pakistan to attend UN-hosted Doha meeting on Afghanistan
The meeting will take place on June 30 and July 1, with representatives of civil society and women set to attend a session with U.N. officials on July 2
South Asia
Pakistan calls Tehran Contact Group meeting valuable
According to IRNA, Baloch stated that Pakistan’s delegation, led by Asif Ali Durrani, Pakistan's Special Representative for Afghanistan, will participate in the quadrilateral meeting in Tehran.
Afghanistan
Pakistan faces greater challenges from Afghanistan than wars with India, says Pakistani envoy
"Moreover, Afghanistan remains a constant concern in Pakistan's regional strategy for over four decades," he added.
Afghanistan
Taliban charge d’affaires in Islamabad discusses tensions with Pakistani envoy
The meeting aimed to ease tensions between the Taliban and Pakistan.