Afghanistan

Our engagement with Taliban enabled US-Taliban negotiations; helped in the evacuation of thousands, says minister

The main policy option is non-alignment and peaceful coexistence

Afghanistan’s neighbours must take a long-term perspective in formulating policies, dealing with Afghanistan

Taliban’s success forced the US troops to retreat in ignominy and heralded the advent of a new era

Foreign minister asks world community to enhance engagement with Afghanistan to consolidate peace, stop mass exodus

Afghans also staged small, isolated demonstrations in other cities including Herat and Mazar-i-Sharif

Complex was once one of the most secure sites in Afghanistan, sited on dusty plain near the former US Eagle Base camp

Reports emerged that 1,000 people, including Americans, had been stuck at Mazar-i-Sharif awaiting clearance

Turkey has told Taliban that it would not take part in airport mission unless its units are involved in security

Pakistan is partnering with international aid agencies to transport essential items to Afghanistan by air and land

Mullah Hassan Akhund to head 33-member cabinet; Mullah Baradar named deputy

Islamabad believes an inclusive government in Kabul is the only way to lasting peace and security in the region

Guidelines listed measures such as the mandatory wearing of hijabs and separate entrances for female students

Only 150 Sikh, Hindu families left in country with majority of members migrating to India over past 20 years

Mullah Neda Mohammad says they have arrested 70 to 80 Da’ish members

FM Qureshi to meet his Italian counterpart during the two-day visit

Pictures on social media showed Taliban members standing in front of Panjshir provincial governor’s compound

Says Islamabad would go along with the regional countries on the recognition of Taliban authorities

At a regional conference, envoy Sadiq highlights importance of stable Afghanistan

Italian foreign minister meets his Pakistani counterpart and COAS

Premier Imran, Mohamed Bin Zayed also discuss current Afghan situation and bilateral ties

Classes must be segregated by sex or at least divided by a curtain

Conditions are very likely that you could see a resurgence of terrorism, says General Mark Milley

Spokesperson says resistance forces suffered numerous casualties with large numbers of prisoners and captured vehicles

Sandwiched between a pharmacy and a general store, Khan’s shop in the Panjwai district is flush with fresh inventory

Groups of American citizens, legal permanent residents, Afghans eligible for special visas hiding near airports: Waltz

Interior minisnter said Indian media was spreading propaganda says India has suffered defeat in Afghanistan

Cement among most affected goods with 70pc share in trade

Mujahideen are advancing towards the centre of the province, says Taliban spokesperson Bilal Karimi

Premier also discusses situation in war-torn neighbouring country with Abu Dhabi crown prince, Qatar emir

Soon western countries will coin a new noun for their horrific defeat in Afghanistan

Ariana Afghan Airlines resumes some flights in Afghanistan

Haji Khalil Haqqani says Afghans supported Taliban because they were fed up with corrupt government

Al-Fatah Brigade formally handed security of airport

The gunfire drew a rebuke from Taliban spokesman, Zabihullah Mujahid

'Human rights will be at center of our foreign policy; way to do that is not through endless military deployments'

Imran, Guterres discuss latest situation in war-torn country

'Critical' to stabilise security situation and preclude any mass exodus, premier tells British foreign secretary

Afghanistan's 250 women judges fear for their lives, with men they once jailed now freed

Qureshi says Afghanistan is witnessing momentous events which will have implications for region, global community

Pakistan, UK FMs say the two countries 'share interest' in peaceful, stable Afghanistan.

What should worry us is having a metaphorical graveyard as a neighbour

Most tangible parting American gift to Afghans is not development but the immense stock of weaponry left behind

President Alvi urges businessmen to prepare to capitalise on emerging opportunities

Life appears to be limping back to normalcy as banks reopen nationwide

Pakistan would like to see international community engage with Taliban, says Maleeha Lodhi

An Iranian blogger conveys a 'message of love' from China to children of Afghan immigrants in Iran

Initial statements that the Taliban have made are positive and encouraging, says foreign minister

Spokesperson says Beijing ready to invest in Afghanistan, help rebuild country

US was so sure of its victory in the war on terror waged it paid little heed to any guidance or reference from history