Amir Khan Muttaqi
Afghanistan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's Planned Taj Mahal Visit in Agra Unexpectedly Cancelled
Oct 12, 2025 02:02 pm CST
Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's scheduled Sunday visit to see the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra has been unexpectedly cancelled. Official sources confirmed the cancellation but provided no explanation for the change in the diplomatic itinerary.
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 Foreign Minister's Historic Visit to Deoband Seminary: Strengthening India-Afghanistan Diplomatic Relations
Oct 11, 2025 06:40 pm CST
Afghanistan's Taliban-led government Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi visits India on a seven-day diplomatic mission, featuring a significant stop at the historic Darul Uloom Deoband seminary in Uttar Pradesh. The visit marks a milestone in India-Taliban relations, includes meetings with prominent Islamic scholars, and aims to strengthen bilateral ties through engagements with business leaders and cultural exchanges.
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.
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.
Two Powerful Explosions Rock Central Kabul Amid Foreign Minister's India Visit
Oct 10, 2025 03:50 am CST
Two significant explosions occurred in central Kabul Thursday evening, with no casualties reported according to Taliban government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid. The incident coincided with Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's diplomatic visit to India, highlighting the ongoing challenges facing the Taliban government as it seeks broader international recognition beyond Russia.
Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's Historic Visit to India: Diplomatic Challenges and Regional Implications
Oct 09, 2025 03:20 pm CST
Afghanistan's UN-sanctioned Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi makes his first visit to India since the Taliban's return to power in 2021, presenting diplomatic protocol challenges while signaling potential shifts in regional relations. The visit includes expected meetings with key Indian officials as New Delhi cautiously engages with the Taliban administration while maintaining its stance against terrorism.