Afghanistan
India's Strategic Pivot: Engaging the Taliban Regime Amid Regional Power Dynamics
Oct 19, 2025 03:49 pm CST
India's diplomatic engagement with the Taliban through Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's visit represents a significant strategic shift in South Asian geopolitics. This pragmatic approach prioritizes economic opportunities and regional security over ideological differences, challenging Pakistan's traditional influence in Afghanistan while advancing India's broader Central Asian connectivity goals. The developing relationship signals India's return to the Afghan diplomatic arena with implications for regional power dynamics and security cooperation.
Javed Akhtar Condemns Reception of Taliban Minister in India: Controversy Over Diplomatic Visit
Oct 14, 2025 11:35 am CST
Renowned screenwriter Javed Akhtar publicly criticized the warm welcome given to Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi during his historic six-day visit to India. The controversy escalated when women journalists were initially excluded from press interactions, prompting widespread criticism from opposition leaders and press organizations. This marks the first official visit by a Taliban representative since the group took power in Afghanistan in 2021, raising questions about India's diplomatic approach toward the unrecognized Taliban government.
Afghan Minister Claims Good Relations With All Neighbors Except Pakistan Amid Border Tensions
Oct 14, 2025 08:19 am CST
Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi states Afghanistan seeks peace while managing complex relations with Pakistan. He highlights growing India-Afghanistan trade exceeding $1 billion and invites Indian investment in Afghan minerals, suggesting the Wagah border opening as an optimal trade route between the countries.
Afghanistan-Pakistan Relations: Taliban Foreign Minister Muttaqi Seeks Peace Despite Border Clashes During Historic India Visit
Oct 12, 2025 09:44 pm CST
Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi addressed Afghanistan-Pakistan border tensions during his landmark visit to India, emphasizing desires for regional peace despite recent clashes. The six-day diplomatic mission included discussions with India on trade, aviation, and development projects, marking the first high-level Taliban visit since their takeover four years ago, while navigating controversy over women's representation at press events.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Vows Strong Response to Afghan Border Provocations
Oct 12, 2025 04:37 pm CST
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued a firm warning to Afghanistan following border clashes, condemning provocations and accusing Taliban authorities of harboring terrorist elements. The Pakistani leader emphasized that his country's defence remains non-negotiable amid escalating tensions between the neighboring nations.
Taliban-Pakistan Escalating Border Conflict: 58 Pakistani Soldiers Killed in Retaliatory Strikes
Oct 12, 2025 04:22 pm CST
Taliban spokesperson Zabeehullah Mujahid claims 58 Pakistani soldiers killed in retaliatory strikes near the Durand Line, accusing Pakistan of harboring ISIS terrorists. The conflict escalated following explosions in Afghanistan, with both nations exchanging airstrikes along their shared border before interventions from Qatar and Saudi Arabia halted the violence.
Afghan Foreign Minister Visits Deoband: Strengthening India-Afghanistan Diplomatic Relations Amid Regional Challenges
Oct 11, 2025 07:55 pm CST
Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi made a historic visit to Darul Uloom Deoband in India, expressing optimism for stronger bilateral relations between the two nations. As the first senior Taliban official to visit India since the group's return to power, Muttaqi announced plans to send new diplomats to India and emphasized cooperation on regional projects like the Chabahar port, marking a potential shift in India's engagement with Afghanistan's current government.
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.
Pakistan Warns Afghanistan: Defense Minister Asif Declares Zero Tolerance for Cross-Border Terrorism
Oct 10, 2025 02:24 pm CST
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a stern warning to Afghanistan's Taliban government regarding cross-border terrorism, stating that Pakistan's patience has run out. This comes amid revelations about Pakistan's historical support of terrorist groups and follows recent deadly attacks on Pakistani forces. The minister revealed that Taliban officials previously requested billions to relocate TTP terrorists but offered no guarantees of ending attacks on Pakistani soil.
