Page 32 - Latest Updates on Taliban
European Union says situation at Kabul airport 'very difficult'
The president of the European Commission has urged the international community to open arms for Afghan refugees.
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US urges Americans to keep clear of Kabul airport as crowd chaos grows
Thousands throng Kabul airport as security deteriorates; West tries to ramp up speed of evacuations of its citizens,
 "US urges Americans to keep clear of Kabul airport as crowd chaos grows")
European Union says no recognition of Taliban, no political talks
The head of the EU executive spoke after visiting a reception centre in Madrid for Afghan employees of EU institutions evacuated from Kabul.
Taliban co-founder arrives in Kabul to hammer out new Afghan govt
West tries to ramp up speed of evacuations of its citizens, vulnerable Afghans ; Taliban to ready model for governing Afghanistan in coming weeks, says official
 "Taliban co-founder arrives in Kabul to hammer out new Afghan govt")
14 arrested in Assam over supporting Taliban on social media: Police
Fourteen people were arrested from across Assam for alleged social media posts supporting the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan, police said on Saturday.
 "14 arrested in Assam over supporting Taliban on social media: Police")
Will handle all security issues, including that of Taliban, in Kashmir: IGP
The IGP sought the cooperation of the people in maintaining peace in Jammu and Kashmir
 "Will handle all security issues, including that of Taliban, in Kashmir: IGP")
Govt must step up outreach in J-K amid Taliban triumph: Ex-Army chief
Gen Roychowdhury, who commanded the 16 corps in Kashmir at the height of the militancy in the early 1990s, said Pakistan "will make a fresh bid on Kashmir"
Taliban official denies kidnapping reports near Kabul airport
A Taliban official has denied reports that foreign nationals were kidnapped near the Kabul airport, where big crowds still exist amid US-led evacuation efforts, local media reported on Saturday.
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In Kabul, a fearful wait for United States to deliver on evacuation vow
Tens of thousands of people in Afghanistan waited nervously on Saturday
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Taliban official says no foreigners kidnapped, but some being questioned
Western nations have struggled to ramp up the pace of evacuations amid chaos and reports of violence by the insurgents.
 "Taliban official says no foreigners kidnapped, but some being questioned")
Indians detained on way to Kabul airport; released subsequently: Reports
Kabul Now news portal initially reported that the group was 'abducted' by the Taliban fighters but it later updated the report saying all the people were released
 "Indians detained on way to Kabul airport; released subsequently: Reports")
No co-education in universities, first Fatwa by Taliban officials
In a three-hour meeting between university lecturers, owners of private institutions, and the Taliban officials, the latter said that there is no alternative
 "No co-education in universities, first Fatwa by Taliban officials")
Leaving Afghanistan: An Indian's tale of fear, gloom and disguise plan
There were Indians, Europeans and Africans besides people from Afghanistan in the plane who were leaving the strife-torn picturesque country.
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'Taliban wants ties with all countries, including US,' says political chief
On Tuesday, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said they intended to form an inclusive government and does not want to have any internal or external enemies.
History over geography
India shouldn't be paranoid about a weakened Pakistan creating a new 'Terroristan'. This is the best chance to focus on maritime power and opportunity rather than overland threats
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Facebook allows users in Afghanistan to instantly lock their accounts
Facebook has launched a one-click tool for people in Afghanistan to quickly lock down their account, as the Taliban has regained control of the war-torn country
 "Facebook allows users in Afghanistan to instantly lock their accounts")
Europe fears Afghan refugee crisis after Taliban's takeover
Haunted by a 2015 migration crisis fuelled by the Syrian war, European leaders desperately want to avoid another large-scale influx of migrants and refugees from Afghanistan
 "Europe fears Afghan refugee crisis after Taliban's takeover")
In Kabul, a fearful wait for US to deliver on evacuation promise
Tens of thousands of people in Afghanistan waited nervously to see whether the US would deliver on President Joe Biden's new pledge to evacuate all Americans and all Afghans who aided the war effort
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Afghanistan: IAF C-130J takes off from Kabul with over 85 Indians
An Indian Air Force (IAF) C-130J transport aircraft took off from Kabul with over 85 Indians, informed official sources on Saturday.
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President Biden's view of job comes into focus after Afghan collapse
President Joe Biden made up his mind about Afghanistan months really years ago.
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