BRUSSELS, Aug 15 — Nato said today that finding a political solution to Afghanistan conflict was more pressing “than ever” as the Taliban stood poised to take power on the outskirts of Kabul. “We support Afghan efforts to find a political solution to the conflict, which is now more...
BRUSSELS, Aug 15 — Nato said today that finding a political solution to Afghanistan conflict was more pressing “than ever” as the Taliban stood poised to take power on the outskirts of Kabul.
“We are helping to maintain operations at Kabul airport to keep Afghanistan connected with the world,” the official said. The hardline Islamic group said they want to take control of Afghanistan in a “peaceful transfer” over the next few days.
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