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Iran invites Afghanistan’s prime minister to attend funeral ceremony of Ali Khamenei

Iran’s Alireza Bikdeli described relations between Afghanistan and Iran as historical and deep, and expressed appreciation for the sympathy shown by the Islamic Emirate and the Afghan people during the recent conflict. He added that political and economic ties between the two countries had continued without interruption despite the war.

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Iran has officially invited Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund, Prime Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), to attend the funeral and burial ceremony of Iran’s former supreme leader Ali Khamenei.

The invitation was delivered during a meeting in the Arg between Mullah Abdul Wasi, Chief of Staff of the Office of the Prime Minister, and Alireza Bikdeli, Iran’s acting ambassador in Kabul.

According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, Mullah Abdul Wasi welcomed the reported agreement to end the war between Iran and the United States, describing it as a positive step toward regional stability.

Iran’s Alireza Bikdeli described relations between Afghanistan and Iran as historical and deep, and expressed appreciation for the sympathy shown by the Islamic Emirate and the Afghan people during the recent conflict. He added that political and economic ties between the two countries had continued without interruption despite the war.

Mullah Abdul Wasi also described Afghanistan-Iran relations as strong and inseparable between two neighboring Islamic countries, stressing that the continued growth in bilateral trade, even during periods of conflict, reflects the close economic and security ties between Kabul and Tehran.

He further expressed hope that Iran would provide greater facilitation for Afghan migrants during their stay and return, saying such measures would contribute positively to strengthening bilateral relations.

At the end of the meeting, the Iranian ambassador formally handed over the invitation to Mullah Mohammad Hassan Akhund and his accompanying delegation to attend the funeral and burial ceremony of Ali Khamenei.

According to reports, the funeral ceremonies for Ali Khamenei will be held from July 4 to July 9. Khamenei was killed on February 28, 2026, in the opening hours of a joint U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran, along with a number of senior officials and military commanders.

 

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Muttaqi discusses expanding economic ties with Kuwait’s Al-Sayer Group

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Amir Khan Muttaqi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Emirate, met with Mohammad Nasser Mohammad Al-Sayer, CEO of Kuwait’s Al-Sayer Group.

According to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Emirate, the meeting focused on Afghanistan’s current situation, security, stability, as well as opportunities in trade and investment.

Muttaqi described relations between Kuwait and Afghanistan as historical and positive, expressing hope for further expansion of comprehensive ties between the two countries.

Nasser Al-Sayer, expressing his satisfaction with his visit to Afghanistan, said he wanted to establish trade relations with Afghanistan in the future.

He added that his company plans to export fresh and dried fruits from Afghanistan to Kuwait and other markets.

The two sides also emphasized expanding economic and trade relations, strengthening joint cooperation, facilitating travel, and making effective use of investment opportunities available in Afghanistan.

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Germany deports 30 Afghan refugees to Kabul

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The German government deported 30 Afghan nationals to Kabul on Tuesday on a charter flight from Leipzig Airport.

The German newspaper Bild reported that the migrants were transferred from Leipzig Airport to Kabul this morning.

This is the second group deportation of Afghan nationals since Berlin changed its policy regarding the return of Afghan asylum seekers.

Germany has expanded the deportation of Afghan nationals in recent months. In addition to people with criminal records, asylum seekers whose applications have been rejected are also now at risk of deportation.

Previously, 31 Afghan asylum seekers were transferred from Germany to Kabul on a charter flight.

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Indonesia reaffirms support for Afghanistan’s reintegration into global community

Qais Barakzai, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of Afghanistan in Jakarta, welcomed Indonesia’s approach, saying Afghanistan appreciates the country’s constructive engagement.

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Indonesia says it will continue supporting Afghanistan’s reintegration into the international community through constructive engagement.

Anis Matta, Indonesia’s Deputy Foreign Minister and Chairman of the Gelora Party, said he received a visit from Shoaib Baryalai, First Political Director at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on Monday, August 24.

In a post on X, Matta said he was briefed directly on progress in efforts by the authorities in Afghanistan to fulfill international commitments and advance the country’s reintegration into the international community.

He said Indonesia would continue its constructive engagement to support the process, with the aim of helping improve, stabilize and promote prosperity for the Afghan people.

Qais Barakzai, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of Afghanistan in Jakarta, welcomed Indonesia’s approach, saying Afghanistan appreciates the country’s constructive engagement.

Barakzai said Afghanistan reaffirms its commitment to meaningful engagement with the international community, as well as to peace, stability and cooperation in the region.

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