Embassy upgrade
Taliban Minister Bans Women Journalists at Delhi Press Conference Amid India-Afghanistan Diplomatic Reset
Oct 11, 2025 02:01 am CST
Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi sparked outrage by excluding women journalists from his New Delhi press conference, even as India announced the upgrade of its Kabul mission to embassy status. While emphasizing that Afghanistan prevents terrorist groups from operating within its borders, this incident highlights the ongoing tension between diplomatic engagement with the Taliban and concerns over their restrictive policies toward women.
Taliban Minister Muttaqi Claims Afghanistan Free of Terror Groups During Historic India Visit
Oct 10, 2025 09:59 pm CST
During his landmark visit to India, Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi claimed Afghanistan has eliminated all terrorist organizations from its soil and called on Pakistan to follow suit. The visit marked a significant diplomatic milestone as India announced plans to upgrade its mission in Kabul to a full embassy, signaling improving relations between the nations despite ongoing regional security challenges.
India Establishes Full Diplomatic Relations with Taliban-Led Afghanistan While Highlighting Pakistan's Illegal Occupation of Kashmir
Oct 10, 2025 06:12 pm CST
India has restored full diplomatic ties with Afghanistan, upgrading its mission in Kabul to embassy status. During a joint statement with Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar referred to Afghanistan as a "contiguous neighbour" - a clear message to Pakistan about its illegal occupation of Kashmir. Both nations acknowledged their shared challenge of cross-border terrorism, with Afghanistan pledging to prevent its territory from being used for anti-India activities.
India Restores Full Diplomatic Relations with Afghanistan, Upgrades Kabul Mission to Embassy Status
Oct 10, 2025 05:18 pm CST
India has officially restored full diplomatic relations with Afghanistan, upgrading its Technical Mission in Kabul to Embassy status. During a historic meeting between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Afghan counterpart Amir Khan Muttaqi, both nations committed to strengthened cooperation based on mutual respect, with Taliban leadership pledging their territory won't be used for anti-India activities. This diplomatic breakthrough comes amid regional security challenges and represents India's strategic engagement in Afghanistan's future.