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Pak FM to visit Iran to discuss developments in Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Aug. 22 (MNA) – Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi will visit Iran and three other neighboring countries of Afghanistan to discuss the recent developments happening in Afghanistan.

Headlines of Iran's Persian dailies on August 22

TEHRAN, Aug. 22 (MNA) – Mehr News Agency takes a look at the headlines of Iran’s Persian-language dailies on Sunday, August 22.

EU says no recognition of Taliban, no political talks

TEHRAN, Aug. 21 (MNA) – EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Sat. the European Union has not recognized the Taliban, nor is it holding political talks with the group.

Afghan soldiers who fled to Iran returned home: Taliban

TEHRAN, Aug. 21 (MNA) –The Taliban said Sat. that former Afghan army soldiers who had fled to Iran have returned to their homeland after receiving a pardon from the Taliban leader.

500 lorries cross Iran-Afghanistan Dogharoon crossing daily

TEHRAN, Aug. 21 (MNA) – As many as 500 trucks cross the Iranian Dogharoon border crossing with Afghanistan these days, according to an Iranian official in Razavi Khorasan Province.

Top US diplomat discusses Afghanistan with G7 FMs, EU

TEHRAN, Aug. 20 (MNA) – US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed the latest situation in Afghanistan with G7 foreign ministers and the high representative of the European Union on Thursday. 

Taliban seized 2,000 armored vehicles, 40 choppers

TEHRAN, Aug. 20 (MNA) – Although the exact amount of weapons looted by Taliban is unknown, they possessed at least 2,000 armored vehicles, including American ‘Humvees’ and a significant number of helicopters and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).

Taliban seeking for intl. aid to rebuild Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Aug. 20 (MNA) – Taliban Spokesman for the Political Office based in Qatar Suhail Shaheen called on various countries to help rebuild Afghanistan in different parts of the country.

'Taliban most recent remarks sent positive signals to world'

TEHRAN, Aug. 19 (MNA) – Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the Taliban's most recent remarks have sent positive signals to the outside world.

'Taliban wants diplomatic, trade ties with all countries'

TEHRAN, Aug. 19 (MNA) – A Taliban spokesman said in a statement that the group wants diplomatic and trade ties with all countries of the world.

At least 12 Afghan citizens killed at Kabul airport: report

TEHRAN, Aug. 19 (MNA) – A Taliban official said at least 12 Afghan citizens had been killed during the events at Kabul airport.

Several killed in clashes with Taliban in Nangarhar: report

TEHRAN, Aug. 18 (MNA) – According to reports, several people have been shot dead in Nangarhar by the Taliban during rallies.

Azeri troops to stay in Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – The Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Azerbaijan informed of the continuation of the presence of 120 Azerbaijani troops in Afghanistan.

US left chaos in Afghanistan: Chinese FM spox

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – Turning to the recent developments in Afghanistan, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman on Tue. lashed out at the US administration, stating that the United States left chaos in Afghanistan.

Taliban Press Conference-Updates:

A strong Islamic, inclusive gov. to be formed very soon

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – The Taliban representatives held a press conference in Kabul on Tuesday afternoon.

Herat Governor:

Life back to normal in Herat province

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – The wali of Herat province said that everything is back to normal in this province and the Taliban group provides security for people.

Former Envoy:

'Ghani betrayed his country'

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – A former Iranian envoy to Kabul says the Afghan President's decision of disarming the Afghan Army and surrendering was an act of betrayal against his country.

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Taliban vows formation of inclusive government

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – In a press conference today, the Taliban representatives vowed the formation of an inclusive government.

Headlines of Iran's Persian dailies on August 17

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – Mehr News Agency takes a look at the headlines of Iran’s Persian-language dailies on Tuesday, August 17.

UN chief urges Taliban to respect intl. law in Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Aug. 16 (MNA) – In an extraordinary meeting of the UN Security Council held to review the situation in Afghanistan, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called on Taliban to respect international law in Afghanistan.

Russian envoy to Kabul to meet with Taliban coordinator

TEHRAN, Aug. 16 (MNA) – Russian Ambassador to Afghanistan Dmitry Zhirnov will meet on Tuesday with the coordinator of the leadership of the Taliban to discuss ensuring the security of the Russian embassy.

China says ready for 'friendly relations' with Taliban

TEHRAN, Aug. 16 (MNA) – China is ready to deepen "friendly and cooperative" relations with Afghanistan, a government spokeswoman said Monday, after the Taliban seized control of the country.

Iran, China discuss Afghan developments

TEHRAN, Aug. 16 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif met and held talks with Chinese Special Envoy for Afghanistan Affairs Yue Xiaoyong in Tehran on Monday to discuss bilateral ties and latest developments in Afghanistan.

64 states call for ‘safe departure’ from Afghanistan

TEHRAN, Aug. 16 (MNA) – A total of 64 countries signed a joint statement late Sunday calling for the safe and orderly departure of anyone who wants to leave Afghanistan in the wake of the Taliban’s takeover. 

Shamkhani:

Iran voices support for people of Afghanistan, their will

TEHRAN, Aug. 16 (MNA) – Reacting to the recent developments in Afghanistan, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) said that Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to support Afghan people and their will as in the past 40 years.

Uzbekistan says it shot down Afghan military plane

TEHRAN, Aug. 16 (MNA) – Uzbekistan says it shot down an Afghan military plane that violated its borders, amid an exodus of government officials from Kabul.