The letter to Afghan President Ashraf Ghani states that the U.S. is still considering whether to withdraw its remaining 2,500 troops by May 1 under the terms of a deal struck last year between the Trump administration and the Taliban.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns the Afghan president that a full U.S. departure remains an option and calls for more international involvement in the peace process.
(Last Updated On: March 8, 2021)
Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, the leader of the Hizb-e-Islami Party, has accused the government of being involved in targeted attacks across the country.
In an interview with Ariana News, Hekmatyar threatened to expose those involved in the attacks if the government failed to “stop assassinating people”.
“They have ten days to meet our demands. The ARG (Presidential Palace) should understand that we will definitely expose the wicked group involved in these assassinations as well as we will announce the names of the leaders of the terrorist group,” Hekmatyar said.
Hekmatyar once again reiterated his party’s demands but said his first demand is to stop targeted assassinations in the country.
(Last Updated On: March 8, 2021)
The foreign community in Afghanistan came out in full support of Afghan women on Monday and commended them for their commitment to building peace and prosperity in Afghanistan.
In a letter published Monday, to mark International Women’s Day, the Friends of Afghan Women Ambassadors’ Group stated they celebrate the “strength, resilience and perseverance of Afghan women.
“This year, the stakes are higher than ever as Afghans work to end the violent conflict and establish a sustainable peace,” the group said.
They also stated they “support the loud and consistent calls of Afghan women for a ceasefire, and we condemn the continued targeted attacks on and threats against women human rights defenders, civil society activists, peacebuilders and journalists.”