Amir Khan Muttaqi
Taliban Denies Responsibility for National Guard Shooting by Former CIA-Backed Afghan Fighter
Dec 04, 2025 02:45 am CST
The Taliban government has officially denied any connection to the Washington shooting that killed one National Guard member, stating the Afghan suspect Rahmanullah Lakanwal was "trained by Americans themselves." Lakanwal, a former CIA-backed fighter who came to the US after the 2021 withdrawal, has pleaded not guilty to the November 26 incident.
Taliban Defense Minister Rejects Pakistan's Claims of India's Involvement in Border Conflict
Oct 22, 2025 10:51 am CST
Afghanistan's Defense Minister Mohammad Yaqoob has firmly dismissed Pakistan's allegations that India is involved in the recent Afghanistan-Pakistan border conflicts. In an interview with Al Jazeera, Yaqoob called these accusations "unfounded, illogical, and unacceptable," while expressing Kabul's intention to strengthen ties with India based on mutual national interests, despite ongoing tensions with Pakistan that have disrupted border crossings and affected civilians on both sides.
India Restores Embassy in Kabul: A New Chapter in India-Afghanistan Relations
Oct 22, 2025 01:43 am CST
India has officially upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to embassy status, signaling deepened diplomatic engagement with Afghanistan. Following Afghan Foreign Minister Muttaqi's visit to India, this move aims to enhance India's contribution to Afghanistan's development and humanitarian initiatives, despite New Delhi not yet formally recognizing the Taliban government.
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.
Afghan Foreign Minister Concludes Productive Six-Day Diplomatic Visit to India: Strengthening Bilateral Relations
Oct 16, 2025 02:28 am CST
Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi completed a six-day diplomatic visit to India, engaging in cultural exchanges and high-level meetings including talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. The visit highlighted India's commitment to supporting Afghanistan and nurturing the deep historical ties between the two nations, with Muttaqi expressing optimism about the "bright future" of bilateral relations.
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.
Taliban Foreign Minister Warns Pakistan: "Peace Preferred, But Afghanistan Has Other Means"
Oct 13, 2025 02:40 am CST
Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi delivers a stark warning to Pakistan during his India visit, stating that while Afghanistan prefers peaceful resolution of border tensions following recent military exchanges, the country stands united and prepared to defend its sovereignty if diplomacy fails. This comes after retaliatory operations against Pakistani military posts following airstrikes in Kabul.
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.
Afghan Minister Explains "Technical Issue" Behind Women Journalists' Exclusion From Press Conference
Oct 12, 2025 06:32 pm CST
Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi addressed the controversy surrounding the exclusion of female journalists from his embassy press conference, calling it a "technical issue" rather than deliberate discrimination. The incident sparked widespread criticism from Indian politicians and press organizations, highlighting tensions between diplomatic relations and women's rights concerns under Taliban rule. The Afghan minister also defended his government's position on women's education, claiming restrictions were temporary rather than religiously forbidden.
