IntroductionThe agreement signed between the United States and the Taliban on February 29, 2020 aimed to withdraw most U.S. troops from Afghanistan by the end of 2021. This withdrawal would result in certain factions of the Taliban gaining a larger role in Afghan politics, raising concerns for India. Indian assets in Afghanistan have been targeted by the Haqqani group, a […]

U.S. officials will meet Islamic Emirate representatives and “technocratic professionals” from key Afghan ministries during a visit to Doha this week, the State Department said on Wednesday, adding they will discuss economic issues, security and women’s rights, Reuters reported. Special Representative for Afghanistan Thomas West and Special Envoy for Afghan Women, Girls, and Human Rights Rina Amiri will travel to […]

A delegation led by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi will travel to Doha at the end of this month to discuss related issues with American officials, the foreign ministry tweeted early Thursday. According to the ministry, for Afghanistan, in these negotiations, the lifting of sanctions and blacklists, the release of […]

The situation regarding the appointment of the Chief Envoy of Afghanistan in New Delhi has raised intriguing questions about India’s approach to recognizing the Taliban government. This academic analysis delves into the complexities surrounding India’s stance on the matter, beginning with the communication from the Taliban Ministry of Foreign Affairs appointing Mr. Qadir Shah as the Chief Envoy. Despite this […]

UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman al-Thani met on Tuesday and discussed Afghanistan among other issues. During the meeting in Doha, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries, especially the preparations for the upcoming strategic dialogue, the latest developments in the region, especially the developments of the Palestinian cause, […]

As the Islamic State group’s branch in Afghanistan and Pakistan, known as ISIS-Khorasan, continues to flex its muscles and expand its operational reach, concerns are mounting over the potential for the group to carry out attacks far beyond its home turf. Officials at the highest levels have sounded the alarm, warning of the group’s aspirations to export its violence to […]

A Bleak Future for Women’s Rights The takeover of Afghanistan by the Taliban has sent shockwaves across the globe, raising concerns about the fate of women’s rights in the country. With a history of oppressive rule, the Taliban’s return to power has once again plunged Afghanistan into a dark era, particularly for its female population. As the world watches, it […]

Yadgar Khwaja Shadmanov, met with IEA’s foreign deputy minister Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai to discuss various issues including political and economic ties. IEA’s foreign ministry says Shadmanov discussed the development of bilateral political relations and economic issues, including the issue of a railway. Stanikzai in turn spoke about the good relations between the two countries and expressed his hope that […]

The political deputy prime minister, Mawlawi Abdul Kabir, said on Saturday at Kabul University during a religious and scientific seminar, that the Islamic Emirate is not willing to ever compromise on Islamic principles. In his speech, Kabir said the Islamic Emirate seeks positive interaction with the world and good relations in an atmosphere of mutual respect. He added that the […]

Since assuming control in August 2021 as a result of the departure of US-led forces from the war-torn nation, the Islamic Emirates of Afghanistan (IEA), often known as the Taliban, has been subject to worldwide condemnation and isolation. The IEA’s claimed ties to and sponsorship of numerous terrorist organizations operating in and out of Afghanistan are among the primary causes […]