It is arguable that Iran is of particular importance for the Taliban at least at the present time given that the international community has yet to recognize the group as the de facto ruler of Afghanistan and Tehran is ready to offer it the necessary support and cooperate with it in all fields, particularly commercial and economic, as well as in relation to energy
Afghanistan s ruling Taliban have said they are committed to the water agreement with neighbouring Iran amid shortages and protests in the country. In a statement issued on Friday by the Isla.
In this week’s Gandhara Briefing, we bring you insights on how the Taliban is misappropriating international aid, the Taliban’s use of water to appease Iran, and Pakistan’s new effort to negotiate with the TTP.
The Taliban recently released water from a dam in southwestern Afghanistan into Iran, which is suffering from a severe drought. Many observers have seen the move as a sign of deepening cooperation between the Sunni militant group and Iran's Shi'ite clerical regime.