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Turkey will be seen as ‘invaders’ if they stay to run Kabul airport: Taliban

In response to Turkey’s decision to help secure and run the Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul after US and NATO troops leave the country, the Taliban said they consider the stay of any foreign forces, under any pretext, as occupation and that they will be considered “invaders”.
In a statement issued Tuesday morning, the Taliban said all foreign troops are to withdraw from Afghanistan in accordance with the Doha agreement, which was signed in February last year between the US and the Taliban.
“The decision of Turkish leadership is ill-advised, a violation of our sovereignty and territorial integrity and against our national interests,” the Taliban stated adding that the group is opposed to Turkey’s decision.
The groups stated “we strongly urge Turkish officials to reverse their decision due to it being detrimental for both countries”.
“We consider stay of foreign forces in our homeland by any country under whatever pretext as occupation, and invaders will be dealt with on the basis of the fatwa of fifteen hundred distinguished scholars issued in the year 1422 Hijri Lunar (2001) – a fatwa under which the past twenty-year Jihad has been waged,” the statement read.
The Taliban also stated that unless Turkey overturns its decision, the group will “take a stand against them as they have stood against the two-decade occupation, in which case the responsibility for all consequences shall fall on shoulders of those who interfere in the affairs of others and make such ill-advised decisions.”
Discussions between the United States and Turkey on security cooperation in Afghanistan have been ongoing for the past few weeks but Turkey has offered to operate and guard the Kabul airport after the withdrawal of US forces.
On Monday, US State Department Spokesperson Ned Price declined to provide details on how arrangements for the airport would work but said: “We certainly welcome Turkey’s constructive role when it comes to the withdrawal and the broader safety and security situation in Afghanistan.”
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Acting Afghan FM Muttaqi arrives in China for talks

Amir Khan Muttaqi, Acting Foreign Minister of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), has arrived in China for talks, it was announced on Monday.
The Foreign Ministry said in a statement that Ahmadullah Zahid, deputy minister of industry and commerce, is also part of the delegation.
Muttaqi is expected to discuss bilateral political, economic and trade relations with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi.
He will also attend a joint meeting with the foreign ministers of China and Pakistan.
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Afghan deportees from US assured security upon return

Acting Minister of Refugees and Repatriation Mawlawi Abdul Kabir has said Afghan nationals deported from the United States will not face threats to their safety upon returning home.
Kabir said this in a statement read by Zakirullah Zakir, head of managing the affairs of the Prime Minister’s office, at a ceremony to distribute aid from India to returnees in Kabul.
Kabir said that the Islamic Emirate is prepared to welcome deportees and returning refugees warmly.
“You may have heard that the U.S. is set to deport around 14,000 Afghan refugees,” Zakir said.
“These individuals are our brothers and fellow citizens. We warmly welcome them. The situation in Afghanistan has improved significantly—both living and working conditions are better.
“Everyone’s life and property are secure. With the general amnesty in place, no one is questioned for their past employment.”
The aid from India, distributed during the ceremony, is expected to benefit 5,000 vulnerable families among the returnees.
Afghan officials expressed gratitude to India and other donor countries for their continued support.
Kalim-ur-Rehman Fani, Deputy Minister of Finance and Administration at the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation, acknowledged the challenges that returnees face.
“Those who come back from abroad inevitably encounter difficulties,” he said. “We are grateful to everyone who extends their assistance in this regard.”
Despite the Islamic Emirate’s efforts to provide support and housing, officials underscored the ongoing need for international assistance.
The government has announced plans to construct 58 new townships in 31 provinces to accommodate returnees and facilitate their reintegration.
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IEA working to transform Afghanistan from conflict zone into hub of cooperation: Muttaqi
In his remarks, Muttaqi acknowledged both challenges and opportunities in Afghanistan’s relationship with Iran.

Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, has said the Islamic Emirate is working to transform Afghanistan from a point of contention among global powers into a center of understanding and cooperation among nations.
Speaking at the Tehran Dialogue Forum, Muttaqi emphasized that Afghanistan has entered a new phase in its political life, after nearly half a century of turmoil, and can now play a positive role as a regional hub for connectivity, trade, and energy transit in both regional and international developments.
In his remarks, Muttaqi acknowledged both challenges and opportunities in Afghanistan’s relationship with Iran.
He stressed that the Islamic Emirate holds no ill intentions toward Iran and is committed to upholding its water rights from the Helmand River in accordance with existing treaties.
“Afghanistan has entered a new phase in its political life after 47 years of disorder, particularly following the last two decades of foreign occupation. Today, the country can serve as a crossroads for regional convergence, trade, and energy transit,” Muttaqi said.
“In less than four years, we have successfully ensured nationwide security and eliminated threats from ISIS and other destabilizing elements.”
He also highlighted that the Islamic Emirate pursues a balanced, economy-driven foreign policy.
“We proceed cautiously and deliberately,” he said, “crafting a foreign policy that is both balanced and centered on economic cooperation. We are engaging with all parties and collaborating with regional and extra-regional countries based on mutual respect and shared interests.
Our goal is to safeguard current security and stability while fostering economic prosperity through close regional partnerships.”
Addressing a question on Iran’s water rights, Muttaqi reiterated that the Islamic Emirate considers the delivery of water under the Helmand Treaty not only a legal obligation but a religious duty.
“This is both a religious and moral responsibility for us. If a fellow Muslim is suffering from thirst and we are in a position to help, we see it as both a virtuous act and sound policy.
“The people of the Islamic Republic of Iran should have no concerns; we harbor no ill intent.”
Muttaqi also touched on the issue of Afghan refugees in Iran, expressing deep appreciation for the hospitality extended by Iran over the past four decades. “Afghanistan will not forget Iran’s support in hosting Afghan refugees during difficult times.”
Meanwhile, Iranian police chief General Ahmad Reza Radan, in a separate meeting with Iranian security officials, asserted that the identification and deportation of Afghan migrants would continue.
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