Peace, progress in Afghanistan essential for regional stability, says Pakistani envoy
KABUL (SW) – Mohammad Sadiq, Pakistan’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, has stated on the third day of his visit to Kabul that the economic interests
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Islamic Emirate seeks restoration of diplomatic ties with Germany
Deputy spokesperson for the Islamic Emirate, Hamdullah Fetrat, has stated that the Islamic Emirate wants to restore diplomatic relations with Germany in order to secure the interests of the Afghan people.
Iran and Russia to continue dialogue on Afghanistan’s future
In a joint press conference with Sergey Lavrov, Russia’s Foreign Minister, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that the developments in Afghanistan hold “special significance” for both countries, and Tehran and Moscow will continue their consultations and discussions regarding issues related to Afghanistan.
Torkham border closed for days, causing daily losses of $3M in trade
The Torkham border crossing has been closed by Pakistan for the past five days, causing significant issues for travelers and traders on both sides of the border.
Trump presses the Islamic Emirate to return US military gear
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, announced on Saturday at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) near Washington, D.C., that the U.S. would retrieve the military equipment left behind by American forces in Afghanistan from the Islamic Emirate.
Iranian ambassador discusses pivotal bilateral matters with Islamic Emirate
The Iranian ambassador to Kabul, Ali Reza Bikdeli, has met with Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Acting Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate, to discuss crucial matters affecting both nations.
North Korea condemns Trump’s Gaza takeover proposal as ‘bluster’
North Korean state media on Wednesday denounced U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to take over Gaza and relocate Palestinians as bluster and accused Washington of robbery.
Muttaqi upbeat about Iranian FM’s visit to Kabul
Amir Khan Muttaqi, the acting Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate de-facto government, stated that the visit of Iranian Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, to
India reiterates to bolster ties with Afghanistan through aid, development
Randhir Jaiswal, the spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs, has stated that his country aims to expand its long-term relationship with the Islamic Emirate de-facto government in Afghanistan by focusing on humanitarian assistance and development cooperation.
US – Afghanistan prisoner swap talks await actions by Washington, says Islamic Emirate spokesman
Following reports about ongoing discussions on a potential prisoner exchange between the United States and the Islamic Emirate, Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesperson for the de-facto government told Salam Watandar that Afghanistan is now waiting for the US to take practical steps.
China to build homes for Afghan returnees, expand cooperation in key sectors with Afghanistan
China has announced plans to support Afghan citizens by building homes for those expelled from neighboring countries. Additionally, China aims to enhance its cooperation with Afghanistan in various sectors, including agriculture, health, mining, and infrastructure development.
UNSC extends freeze of Afghan state assets, sanctions on Islamic Emirate
KABUL (SW) – While the Islamic Emirate strives to open pathways for international interaction, the United Nations Security Council has extended existing sanctions on the de-facto government for another term.
