Afghan Taliban
From sheltering Sheikh Hasina to hosting another Taliban minister, India keeps up the balancing act
It is difficult to see India handing over Sheikh Hasina to Muhammad Yunus, who has forged connections with the anti-India axis of China, Pakistan, and Turkey rather than endearing himself to New Delhi.
5 min read22 Nov 2025Pakistan says Taliban backtracked on anti-terror pledges as talks with Afghanistan collapse in Turkiye
Pakistan confirmed that its four-day peace talks with Afghanistan have failed, accusing the Taliban regime of reneging on promises to curb cross-border terrorism and supporting anti-Pakistan militants despite repeated diplomatic efforts in Turkiye.
2 min read29 Oct 2025Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif warns of ‘open war’ with Afghanistan if…
Pakistan's defence minister believes Afghanistan seeks peace but warns of open war if Istanbul talks fail.
2 min read25 Oct 2025Mideast deal done? Trump takes a victory lap as Gaza peace hangs by a thread.
As the last surviving Israeli hostages return home, Donald Trump dials Vladimir Putin, refocusing attention on ending the Russia–Ukraine war. But Benjamin Netanyahu may not be done yet.
5 min read18 Oct 2025Why India is Re-engaging With the Taliban After 3 Years | Inside Jaishankar–Muttaqi Talks
In a major diplomatic shift, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is set to meet Afghanistan’s Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi — the first high-level engagement since the Taliban took power in 2021. The talks come amid growing regional resistance to U.S. efforts to regain a foothold in Afghanistan, and reflect India’s evolving strategy - balancing security concerns, trade routes like Chabahar Port, and the goal of maintaining influence in Kabul.
16 Oct 2025'Insult to women, unacceptable': Opposition slams govt over women scribes' absence from Afghan FM presser
The Opposition has come down heavily on the Narendra Modi government following a press conference held in New Delhi by the Afghan delegate led by their Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi, where allegedly no female journalists were allowed.
5 min read11 Oct 2025From Sanae Takaichi’s ascent to the Taliban’s India visit—the power plays of the week
From Tokyo to New Delhi to Oslo, women’s tryst with power continues.
4 min read11 Oct 2025Afghanistan looks at India as a close friend, says Foreign Minister Muttaqi as Delhi upgrades Kabul mission to embassy
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar hosted his Afghan counterpart, Amir Khan Muttaqi, at Hyderabad House on Friday, where the latter emphasised Kabul's willingness to foster friendly relations with New Delhi and noted how India has always extended a helping hand during times of trouble.
2 min read10 Oct 2025India-Afghanistan relations: A chance to reshape the regional balance of power
New Delhi has joined other countries to oppose a US attempt to reclaim Bagram airbase. With an Afghan minister here for talks, we have a chance to upgrade ties with Kabul—not just to secure our immediate trade and security interests, but to foster lasting change that could counter militancy.
2 min read10 Oct 2025Taliban release American amid talks with US on ties
The freeing of Amir Amiri came as the country is in broader economic and political talks with the Trump administration.
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