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Afghanistan

UN envoy in Doha to push on Afghan peace process

UN envoy in Doha to push on Afghan peace process

  • The US government said on Sunday that all options remain on the table for its remaining 2,500 troops in Afghanistan and that it had made no decisions about its military commitment after May 1.
Published 09 Mar, 2021 12:46pm
Khalilzad, COAS Bajwa discuss Afghan peace process
Pakistan

Khalilzad, COAS Bajwa discuss Afghan peace process

  • The US Special Representative lauded the efforts of Pakistan for peace in the region during his meeting with COAS Qamar Javed Bajwa.
  • Commander Resolute Support Mission in Afghanistan General Austin Scott Miller was also present in the meeting, said military’s media wing.
Updated 08 Mar, 2021 07:16pm
Secretary Blinken reveals roadmap for Afghan peace negotiations
World

Secretary Blinken reveals roadmap for Afghan peace negotiations

  • In a letter to President Ashraf Ghani, United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken made four key suggestions for the Afghan Peace Process - which has remained in limbo over the past months.
  • Blinken articulated that the United States has not ruled out any option regarding Afghanistan, adding that "We are considering the full withdrawal of our forces by May 1, as we consider other options".
Updated 08 Mar, 2021 11:08am
Biden Administration to reportedly initiate dialogue with Taliban
World

Biden Administration to reportedly initiate dialogue with Taliban

  • The Biden Administration's Afghanistan negotiator has begun a diplomatic trip, which will reportedly include the first meeting of the new administration with the Taliban.
  • The State Department did not immediately provide comment on the agenda Zalmay Khalilzad is bringing to the Taliban, which belatedly resumed peace talks with the U.S. client Afghan government last week.
Published 01 Mar, 2021 07:18pm
U.S. wasted billions of dollars on cars, buildings in Afghanistan: Report
World

U.S. wasted billions of dollars on cars, buildings in Afghanistan: Report

  • A report by a U.S government watchdog has revealed that the United States wasted billions of dollars in reconstruction aid in Afghanistan on buildings and vehicles, that were either abandoned or destroyed.
  • Out of the $7.8 billion spent on buildings and vehicles since 2008, only $343.2 million worth were "maintained in good condition", according to the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR).
Updated 01 Mar, 2021 02:32pm
IPRI hosts distinguished lecture series on Afghan Peace Process
World

IPRI hosts distinguished lecture series on Afghan Peace Process

  • On Friday, the Islamabad Policy Research Institute (IPRI) hosted the distinguished lecture series on the "Afghan Peace Process: The Contours, Implementation, and Contemporary Status” by Pakistan’s Ambassador to Afghanistan, Mansoor Ahmad Khan.
  • While discussing the dynamics of the Afghan Peace Process, Ambassador Mansoor Ahmad Khan noted that there are three parties to ensure a durable peace process in Afghanistan, which include the United States, the Taliban and the Afghan Republic.
Updated 26 Feb, 2021 05:07pm
Russian Presidential Envoy calls on COAS Bajwa: ISPR
Pakistan

Russian Presidential Envoy calls on COAS Bajwa: ISPR

  • The two leaders discussed matters of mutual interest and the regional security situation, with a particular focus on the developments in the Afghan Peace Process.
  • The COAS said that peace in both countries is in the greater interest of the region.
Updated 19 Feb, 2021 05:40pm
NATO says will not withdraw forces from Afghanistan ‘before time is right’
World

NATO says will not withdraw forces from Afghanistan ‘before time is right’

  • According to Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary General of NATO, the multilateral military alliance will not withdraw its forces from Afghanistan "before the time is right", after nearly two decades of involvement in the country's fight against terrorism.
  • The NATO Chief made these comments ahead of a virtual conference this week, which will signify the alliance's highest-level talks with the Biden Administration, after four years of tense relations under President Trump.
Updated 16 Feb, 2021 02:34pm
Torkham opens for pedestrian travel
Pakistan

Torkham opens for pedestrian travel

  • The crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan is now open 6 days a week for pedestrian traffic.
  • Before, Afghans would cross the Torkham border four days a week.
Published 15 Feb, 2021 01:23pm
Taliban warn US-led forces against extending their stay in Afghanistan
World

Taliban warn US-led forces against extending their stay in Afghanistan

  • "Our message to the upcoming NATO ministerial meeting is that the continuation of occupation and war is neither in your interest nor in the interest of your and our people," the Taliban said in a statement.
  • "Anyone seeking extension of wars and occupation will be held liable for it just like the previous two decades."
Updated 13 Feb, 2021 09:27pm
U.S CENTCOM Commander reviewing Taliban peace deal, concerned about escalating violence
World

U.S CENTCOM Commander reviewing Taliban peace deal, concerned about escalating violence

  • Gen. Kenneth McKenzie, commander of the United States Central Command, stated that the level of violence in Afghanistan remains "too high", and that the Taliban's actions (under the ambit of the peace deal) are being evaluated, to find a way forward in the near future.
  • However, McKenzie stressed that the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan should be hinged on the basis of a condition-based approach.
Updated 09 Feb, 2021 11:23am
Pakistan says UN report vindicates its stand on threats from Afghanistan
Pakistan

Pakistan says UN report vindicates its stand on threats from Afghanistan

  • The report vindicates Pakistan’s longstanding position on threats posed to Pakistan and the region by groups like the TTP, JuA, HuA and their affiliates, based in Afghanistan, FO said.
    • The FO said Pakistan stands firm in its resolve to partner with international community against the menace of terrorism.
Published 08 Feb, 2021 11:08am
TTP oversaw reunification of terror groups in Afghanistan, reveals UN report
World

TTP oversaw reunification of terror groups in Afghanistan, reveals UN report

  • Report states the reunion of terror groups is moderated by al Qaeda and is expected to increase the threat to Afghanistan, Pakistan and the region
  • Reunification of these terror groups in Afghanistan has amplified the strength of TTP and resulted in a sharp increase in attacks in the region: Document
Published 07 Feb, 2021 02:43pm