India Denies Role in Taliban Minister's Press Conference That Excluded Women Journalists

Oct 11, 2025 02:23 pm CST

India clarified it had no jurisdiction over a controversial press conference by Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi where women journalists were allegedly excluded, sparking outrage from opposition leaders. The meeting marked a diplomatic reset as India announced upgrading its Kabul mission to embassy status despite concerns over Taliban's restrictions on women.