Afghanistan

Country Afghanistan
Capital Kabul
Continent Asia(South Asia)
Currency Afghani(AFN)
Languages Pashto & Dari

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Introduction

Ahmad Shah DURRANI unified the Pashtun tribes and founded Afghanistan in 1747. The country served as a buffer between the British and Russian Empires until it won independence from notional British control in 1919. A brief experiment in democracy ended in a 1973 coup and a 1978 Communist counter-coup. The Soviet Union invaded in 1979 to support the tottering Afghan Communist regime, touching off a long and destructive war. The USSR withdrew in 1989 under relentless pressure by internationally supported anti-Communist mujahedin rebels. A series of subsequent civil wars saw Kabul finally fall in 1996 to the Taliban, a hardline Pakistani-sponsored movement that emerged in 1994 to end the country's civil war and anarchy. Following the 11 September 2001 terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C., a U.S., Allied, and anti-Taliban Northern Alliance military action toppled the Taliban for sheltering Osama BIN LADIN. The UN-sponsored Bonn Conference in 2001 established a process for political reconstruction that included the adoption of a new constitution, a presidential election in 2004, and National Assembly elections in 2005. In December 2004, Hamid KARZAI became the first democratically elected president of Afghanistan and the National Assembly was inaugurated the following December. Karzai was re-elected in November 2009 for a second term. Despite gains toward building a stable central government, a resurgent Taliban and continuing provincial instability - particularly in the south and the east - remain serious challenges for the Afghan Government.

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Afghanistan - Wikipedia
Afghanistan - CIA World Fact Book
Afghanistan - BBC
Afghanistan - National Geographic
Afghanistan - Timeline - BBC

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'Upgrading technical mission': Jaishankar meets Afghanistan FM; India set to reopen embassy in Kabul - Times of India
  1. 'Upgrading technical mission': Jaishankar meets Afghanistan FM; India set to reopen embassy in Kabul  Times of India
  2. ‘Afghanistan looks at India as a close friend, won't allow…': Taliban foreign minister Muttaqi meets Jaishankar | Latest News India  Hindustan Times
  3. 'Afghanistan Our Contiguous Neighbour': India's Sharp PoK Reminder For Pak  NDTV


Pak panics? Strikes in Afghanistan as Taliban minister makes maiden India trip - India Today
  1. Pak panics? Strikes in Afghanistan as Taliban minister makes maiden India trip  India Today
  2. Pakistan-Afghanistan Tensions Escalate As 'Cross-Border Airstrike' Targets TTP Chief In Kabul | Exclusive D  News18
  3. Explosions hit Kabul as Taliban make diplomatic push to India  Al Jazeera


Bagram Air Base: India joins Taliban, Pak, China to oppose US bid - Deccan HeraldBagram Air Base: India joins Taliban, Pak, China to oppose US bid  Deccan Herald

Eye on Donald Trump, India joins 9 nations to oppose foreign military infra in Afghanistan | Latest News India - Hindustan TimesEye on Donald Trump, India joins 9 nations to oppose foreign military infra in Afghanistan | Latest News India  Hindustan Times

India, Russia and others firmly reject foreign military presence in Afghanistan region - Telegraph IndiaIndia, Russia and others firmly reject foreign military presence in Afghanistan region  Telegraph India

Afghanistan eye another ODI series win over Bangladesh - ESPNcricinfoAfghanistan eye another ODI series win over Bangladesh  ESPNcricinfo

Afghanistan's Taliban-led government hopes India will recognise them, says key official - WIONAfghanistan's Taliban-led government hopes India will recognise them, says key official  WION

Afghanistan restricts access to social media on smartphones - DWAfghanistan restricts access to social media on smartphones  DW

Heela Najibullah’s Plea: Let Afghanistan Stand Neutral and United - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineHeela Najibullah’s Plea: Let Afghanistan Stand Neutral and United  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Afghanistan: A two-day internet blackout shows even the Taliban can’t turn back time - CNNAfghanistan: A two-day internet blackout shows even the Taliban can’t turn back time  CNN

UN Rights Council Creates Afghanistan Accountability Body - Human Rights WatchUN Rights Council Creates Afghanistan Accountability Body  Human Rights Watch

Afghanistan ‘blind without phones and internet’ on second day of telecoms blackout - The GuardianAfghanistan ‘blind without phones and internet’ on second day of telecoms blackout  The Guardian

Explosions in Kabul Escalate Tensions Between Pakistan and Afghanistan - NewsonairExplosions in Kabul Escalate Tensions Between Pakistan and Afghanistan  Newsonair

In Warning To Afghanistan, Khawaja Asif Has Terror Message For Pakistan - NDTVIn Warning To Afghanistan, Khawaja Asif Has Terror Message For Pakistan  NDTV

Pakistan Reportedly Launches Airstrikes in Kabul Targeting TTP Chief Amid Afghanistan Minister’s India Visit - The Logical IndianPakistan Reportedly Launches Airstrikes in Kabul Targeting TTP Chief Amid Afghanistan Minister’s India Visit  The Logical Indian

Why Taliban minister's visit to India is so groundbreaking - BBCWhy Taliban minister's visit to India is so groundbreaking  BBC

Taliban investigates explosion close to Government buildings in Kabul - The HinduTaliban investigates explosion close to Government buildings in Kabul  The Hindu

India will reopen embassy in Kabul, Jaishankar tells Taliban FM - The Indian ExpressIndia will reopen embassy in Kabul, Jaishankar tells Taliban FM  The Indian Express

‘Did Pakistan strike Afghanistan’: 2 explosions heard in Kabul, Taliban says it is investigating - Tribune India‘Did Pakistan strike Afghanistan’: 2 explosions heard in Kabul, Taliban says it is investigating  Tribune India

Afghanistan looks at India as a close friend, says Foreign Minister Muttaqi as Delhi upgrades Kabul mission to embassy - MintAfghanistan looks at India as a close friend, says Foreign Minister Muttaqi as Delhi upgrades Kabul mission to embassy  Mint

Explosion heard in Afghanistan's Kabul; Taliban says ‘no need to worry, probe on’ | World News - Hindustan TimesExplosion heard in Afghanistan's Kabul; Taliban says ‘no need to worry, probe on’ | World News  Hindustan Times

Field Marshal Munir's tetra-crisis - India TodayField Marshal Munir's tetra-crisis  India Today

India’s policy inertia in Afghanistan - The HinduIndia’s policy inertia in Afghanistan  The Hindu

EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar Meets Afghan Foreign Minister, Emphasizes Counter-Terrorism Cooperation - NewsonairEAM Dr. S. Jaishankar Meets Afghan Foreign Minister, Emphasizes Counter-Terrorism Cooperation  Newsonair

Two Powerful Explosions Heard In Kabul, No Casualties Reported - NDTVTwo Powerful Explosions Heard In Kabul, No Casualties Reported  NDTV

India reopens embassy in Kabul 4 years after Taliban takeover of Afghanistan | Latest News India - Hindustan TimesIndia reopens embassy in Kabul 4 years after Taliban takeover of Afghanistan | Latest News India  Hindustan Times

India restores Kabul embassy amid renewed engagement with Taliban-led Afghanistan - The New Indian ExpressIndia restores Kabul embassy amid renewed engagement with Taliban-led Afghanistan  The New Indian Express

Top 5 takeaways from India–Afghanistan Taliban meeting in Delhi. What S Jaishankar, Amir Khan Muttaqi said | Latest News India - Hindustan TimesTop 5 takeaways from India–Afghanistan Taliban meeting in Delhi. What S Jaishankar, Amir Khan Muttaqi said | Latest News India  Hindustan Times

India upgrades Mission in Kabul to full Embassy, expands cooperation with Afghanistan - The Economic TimesIndia upgrades Mission in Kabul to full Embassy, expands cooperation with Afghanistan  The Economic Times

PAF Strikes Kabul Hours After Pakistan's 'All-Out War' Threat To Afghanistan - Times NowPAF Strikes Kabul Hours After Pakistan's 'All-Out War' Threat To Afghanistan  Times Now

India To Open Embassy In Taliban-Ruled Afghanistan; Discuss Mining Opportunities - NDTV ProfitIndia To Open Embassy In Taliban-Ruled Afghanistan; Discuss Mining Opportunities  NDTV Profit

India unveils new development push for Afghanistan, upgrades mission in Kabul | Latest News India - Hindustan TimesIndia unveils new development push for Afghanistan, upgrades mission in Kabul | Latest News India  Hindustan Times

Afghanistan looks at India as a 'close friend', says country's foreign minister Muttaqi - The Economic TimesAfghanistan looks at India as a 'close friend', says country's foreign minister Muttaqi  The Economic Times

Taliban FM begins first visit by senior Afghan leader to India since 2021 - Al JazeeraTaliban FM begins first visit by senior Afghan leader to India since 2021  Al Jazeera

How Women in Afghanistan Struggle for Life and Health - MedscapeHow Women in Afghanistan Struggle for Life and Health  Medscape

Social media content restricted in Afghanistan, Taliban sources confirm - BBCSocial media content restricted in Afghanistan, Taliban sources confirm  BBC

Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan Escalates As Pakistan Conducts Airstrikes in Kabul | ABP News - ABP Live EnglishTensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan Escalates As Pakistan Conducts Airstrikes in Kabul | ABP News  ABP Live English

'Won't allow anyone to use Afghan territory': Taliban's Muttaqi after meeting Jaishankar in veiled dig at Pak - India TV News'Won't allow anyone to use Afghan territory': Taliban's Muttaqi after meeting Jaishankar in veiled dig at Pak  India TV News

Pakistan Escalates Tension With Afghanistan, Carries Out Unprovoked Airstrikes On Kabul | Top 10 Points - Republic WorldPakistan Escalates Tension With Afghanistan, Carries Out Unprovoked Airstrikes On Kabul | Top 10 Points  Republic World

LIVE news: India remains committed to Afghanistan's sovereignty, says EAM Jaishankar - Business StandardLIVE news: India remains committed to Afghanistan's sovereignty, says EAM Jaishankar  Business Standard

India Upgrades Kabul Mission To Full Embassy Status After Key Taliban Meet - NDTVIndia Upgrades Kabul Mission To Full Embassy Status After Key Taliban Meet  NDTV

India set to reopen embassy in Afghanistan - DWIndia set to reopen embassy in Afghanistan  DW

India to reopen embassy in Kabul: S Jaishankar to Afghanistan FM Muttaqi - Business StandardIndia to reopen embassy in Kabul: S Jaishankar to Afghanistan FM Muttaqi  Business Standard

Video | India-Afghanistan Relations: Major Strategic Shift And Key Takeaways - NDTVVideo | India-Afghanistan Relations: Major Strategic Shift And Key Takeaways  NDTV

India Restores Full Diplomatic Ties With Afghanistan, Upgrades Kabul Mission To Embassy in Big Move - Times of IndiaIndia Restores Full Diplomatic Ties With Afghanistan, Upgrades Kabul Mission To Embassy in Big Move  Times of India

Muttaqi's visit important step in advancing India-Afghanistan ties: EAM Jaishankar - IANS LIVEMuttaqi's visit important step in advancing India-Afghanistan ties: EAM Jaishankar  IANS LIVE

Taliban Minister Muttaqi In India Amid Escalating Pakistan-Afghanistan Tensions Over 'Cross-Border Airstrike' - SwarajyamagTaliban Minister Muttaqi In India Amid Escalating Pakistan-Afghanistan Tensions Over 'Cross-Border Airstrike'  Swarajyamag

India–Afghanistan Relations Amid Taliban Diplomacy - INSIGHTS IASIndia–Afghanistan Relations Amid Taliban Diplomacy  INSIGHTS IAS

All-round Omarzai propels Afghanistan to five-wicket victory - ESPNcricinfoAll-round Omarzai propels Afghanistan to five-wicket victory  ESPNcricinfo

India to reopen Embassy in Kabul, reaffirms support for Afghanistan’s development - Mathrubhumi EnglishIndia to reopen Embassy in Kabul, reaffirms support for Afghanistan’s development  Mathrubhumi English

EAM Jaishankar to meet Taliban FM Amir Muttaqi today: Will India recognise Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan? - MintEAM Jaishankar to meet Taliban FM Amir Muttaqi today: Will India recognise Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan?  Mint

India-Afghanistan Dialogue Highlights Pahalgam Attack, Cross-Border Terror And Pakistan Threats - Times of IndiaIndia-Afghanistan Dialogue Highlights Pahalgam Attack, Cross-Border Terror And Pakistan Threats  Times of India

#IndiaAfghanistan | India upgrades its technical mission in #Kabul to a full-fledged Embassy, marking the first formal step towards diplomatic ties with the #Taliban, after EAM S Jaishankar meets Afghan counterpart #AmirKhanMuttaqi By: Ritesh . https://lnkd.in/ - LinkedIn#IndiaAfghanistan | India upgrades its technical mission in #Kabul to a full-fledged Embassy, marking the first formal step towards diplomatic ties with the #Taliban, after EAM S Jaishankar meets Afghan counterpart #AmirKhanMuttaqi By: Ritesh . https://lnkd.in/  LinkedIn

India upgrades technical mission in Kabul to Embassy; Afghanistan invites firms to explore mining - CNBC TV18India upgrades technical mission in Kabul to Embassy; Afghanistan invites firms to explore mining  CNBC TV18

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI Highlights: Afghanistan Secure 5-Wicket Win To Go 1-0 Up - NDTV SportsAfghanistan vs Bangladesh 1st ODI Highlights: Afghanistan Secure 5-Wicket Win To Go 1-0 Up  NDTV Sports

Afghanistan Hails India As Close Friend, Vows Afghan Territory Won’t Be Used Against Others - Zee NewsAfghanistan Hails India As Close Friend, Vows Afghan Territory Won’t Be Used Against Others  Zee News

Pakistan Carries Out Aerial Strikes In Afghanistans Kabul, TTP Chief Noor Wali Mehsud Feared Dead - Zee NewsPakistan Carries Out Aerial Strikes In Afghanistans Kabul, TTP Chief Noor Wali Mehsud Feared Dead  Zee News

Eye on Pak, India ramps up ties with Taliban, set to reopen Kabul embassy - India TodayEye on Pak, India ramps up ties with Taliban, set to reopen Kabul embassy  India Today

Explosions heard in Afghanistan's Kabul, Taliban says no reports of damage - India TodayExplosions heard in Afghanistan's Kabul, Taliban says no reports of damage  India Today

Here’s The Truth Behind Viral Visuals Claiming To Show ‘Pakistan's Airstrike On Afghanistan’ - NewscheckerHere’s The Truth Behind Viral Visuals Claiming To Show ‘Pakistan's Airstrike On Afghanistan’  Newschecker

India committed to Afghanistan's independence: Jaishankar in historic Taliban meet - India Today - India TodayIndia committed to Afghanistan's independence: Jaishankar in historic Taliban meet - India Today  India Today

India-Afghanistan relations: A chance to reshape the regional balance of power | Mint - MintIndia-Afghanistan relations: A chance to reshape the regional balance of power | Mint  Mint

India Restores Diplomatic Ties With Afghanistan, Upgrades Its Mission In Kabul To Full Embassy Status - News18India Restores Diplomatic Ties With Afghanistan, Upgrades Its Mission In Kabul To Full Embassy Status  News18

Live: EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi - The Economic TimesLive: EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi  The Economic Times

Afghanistan's Taliban foreign minister meeting with Indian counterpart for first time since takeover - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosAfghanistan's Taliban foreign minister meeting with Indian counterpart for first time since takeover  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

India announces to reopen its embassy in Afghanistan after Jaishankar, Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Muttaqi meet - India SentinelsIndia announces to reopen its embassy in Afghanistan after Jaishankar, Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Muttaqi meet  India Sentinels

India reopens Kabul embassy, restores full diplomatic ties with Afghanistan - What this means - WIONIndia reopens Kabul embassy, restores full diplomatic ties with Afghanistan - What this means  WION

India to upgrade ‘technical mission’ in Kabul to the status of embassy: Jaishankar - The HinduIndia to upgrade ‘technical mission’ in Kabul to the status of embassy: Jaishankar  The Hindu

Afghanistan's Capital Kabul Rocked By Multiple Explosions In Targeted Attacks, Say Reports - Republic WorldAfghanistan's Capital Kabul Rocked By Multiple Explosions In Targeted Attacks, Say Reports  Republic World

Asim Munir upset! Why did Pakistan bomb Afghanistan amid Taliban minister's India visit? - DNA IndiaAsim Munir upset! Why did Pakistan bomb Afghanistan amid Taliban minister's India visit?  DNA India

Afghanistan On High Alert After Kabul Hit By Multiple Explosions | What We Know So Far - Republic WorldAfghanistan On High Alert After Kabul Hit By Multiple Explosions | What We Know So Far  Republic World

Muttaqi’s India visit via Moscow highlights shifting regional alliances - Deccan HeraldMuttaqi’s India visit via Moscow highlights shifting regional alliances  Deccan Herald

India’s Afghanistan Policy Evolves: Jaishankar Meets Muttaqi, Elevates Kabul Mission, Pledges 6 New Projects - Times NowIndia’s Afghanistan Policy Evolves: Jaishankar Meets Muttaqi, Elevates Kabul Mission, Pledges 6 New Projects  Times Now

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh Prediction, 2nd ODI – Who will win today’s match between AFG vs BAN? - CricTrackerAfghanistan vs Bangladesh Prediction, 2nd ODI – Who will win today’s match between AFG vs BAN?  CricTracker

Match Preview Afghanistan vs Bangladesh, 2nd ODI 2025 - ESPNMatch Preview Afghanistan vs Bangladesh, 2nd ODI 2025  ESPN

Afghanistan will never allow anyone to use its soil against any other country, says Foreign Minister - Tribune IndiaAfghanistan will never allow anyone to use its soil against any other country, says Foreign Minister  Tribune India

‘India Backs Afghanistan’s Territorial Integrity’: Jaishankar To Afghan FM At Bilateral Meet - News18‘India Backs Afghanistan’s Territorial Integrity’: Jaishankar To Afghan FM At Bilateral Meet  News18

India to upgrade Kabul mission to full embassy, signaling deeper ties with Taliban - AP NewsIndia to upgrade Kabul mission to full embassy, signaling deeper ties with Taliban  AP News

Afghanistan's Taliban foreign minister visits India to build closer ties - ReutersAfghanistan's Taliban foreign minister visits India to build closer ties  Reuters

Has Shehbaz Sharif panicked? Pakistan strikes in Afghanistan as Taliban minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi ma - india.comHas Shehbaz Sharif panicked? Pakistan strikes in Afghanistan as Taliban minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi ma  india.com

Video | India Upgrades Kabul Mission To Full Embassy Status After Key Taliban Meet - NDTVVideo | India Upgrades Kabul Mission To Full Embassy Status After Key Taliban Meet  NDTV

How Pakistan Insulted Afghanistan, Vowed 'Big Action' Just 48 Hours Ahead Of Kabul Blast | Exclusive Detail - News18How Pakistan Insulted Afghanistan, Vowed 'Big Action' Just 48 Hours Ahead Of Kabul Blast | Exclusive Detail  News18

Muttaqi in India: Why New Delhi is increasing engagement with Afghanistan’s Taliban - The Indian ExpressMuttaqi in India: Why New Delhi is increasing engagement with Afghanistan’s Taliban  The Indian Express

‘India Backs Afghanistan’s Territorial Integrity’: Jaishankar To Afghan FM At Bilateral Meet - News18‘India Backs Afghanistan’s Territorial Integrity’: Jaishankar To Afghan FM At Bilateral Meet  News18

Pakistan Carries Out Airstrikes On Afghanistan; Khawaja Talks Of Terror Hubs - Odisha BytesPakistan Carries Out Airstrikes On Afghanistan; Khawaja Talks Of Terror Hubs  Odisha Bytes

Indian Biker Gets Stopped By Tailban: Receives Warm Welcome [Video] - CartoqIndian Biker Gets Stopped By Tailban: Receives Warm Welcome [Video]  Cartoq

'Afghanistan's support to India during Pahalgam terror attack was noteworthy', says foreign minister Jaishankar at meeting with Taliban counterpart - WION'Afghanistan's support to India during Pahalgam terror attack was noteworthy', says foreign minister Jaishankar at meeting with Taliban counterpart  WION

Pakistan Launches Airstrikes In Kabul Amid Afghanistan Foreign Ministers India Visit — 10 Latest - Free Press JournalPakistan Launches Airstrikes In Kabul Amid Afghanistan Foreign Ministers India Visit — 10 Latest  Free Press Journal

Deeply appreciate invitation: Jaishankar on Afghanistans offer to Indian companies for mining opportunities - Tribune IndiaDeeply appreciate invitation: Jaishankar on Afghanistans offer to Indian companies for mining opportunities  Tribune India

No to Trump: Why Afghanistan’s neighbours have opposed US Bagram plan - Al JazeeraNo to Trump: Why Afghanistan’s neighbours have opposed US Bagram plan  Al Jazeera

India Upgrades Kabul Mission To Embassy: A New Chapter in Ties with Afghanistan? - dynamitenews.comIndia Upgrades Kabul Mission To Embassy: A New Chapter in Ties with Afghanistan?  dynamitenews.com

Afghanistan Sees New Delhi As 'Close Friend', Invites Indian Firms For Mining Ops: Taliban FM Muttaqi - News18Afghanistan Sees New Delhi As 'Close Friend', Invites Indian Firms For Mining Ops: Taliban FM Muttaqi  News18

Taliban guard lets Indian tourist pass without check, says India, Afghanistan brothers - India TodayTaliban guard lets Indian tourist pass without check, says India, Afghanistan brothers  India Today

Pakistan Air Force strike Kabul amidst India-Afghanistan talks? Social media videos claim so - theweek.inPakistan Air Force strike Kabul amidst India-Afghanistan talks? Social media videos claim so  theweek.in

Jaishankar-Muttaqi meet today: Will India recognise Taliban as Afghanistan govt? - FirstpostJaishankar-Muttaqi meet today: Will India recognise Taliban as Afghanistan govt?  Firstpost

India to have full embassy in Kabul; medical and food aid to Afghanistan, pending infra projects to restart - Tribune IndiaIndia to have full embassy in Kabul; medical and food aid to Afghanistan, pending infra projects to restart  Tribune India

India set to reopen embassy in Afghanistan's Kabul, EAM Jaishankar issues BIG statement says, 'upgrading technical mission...' - DNA IndiaIndia set to reopen embassy in Afghanistan's Kabul, EAM Jaishankar issues BIG statement says, 'upgrading technical mission...'  DNA India

India restores full diplomatic ties with Afghanistan; upgrades Kabul mission to embassy - DaijiworldIndia restores full diplomatic ties with Afghanistan; upgrades Kabul mission to embassy  Daijiworld

Baloch Peoples appreciates India for their humanitarian support to Afghanistan - IBG NewsBaloch Peoples appreciates India for their humanitarian support to Afghanistan  IBG News

India's Taliban Tango: A pragmatic move to reclaim influence in Afghanistan - India TodayIndia's Taliban Tango: A pragmatic move to reclaim influence in Afghanistan  India Today

Imran Khan’s PTI Slams Pakistan Govt Over ‘Aggressive Stance’ On Afghanistan, Urges Diplomatic Path - Republic WorldImran Khan’s PTI Slams Pakistan Govt Over ‘Aggressive Stance’ On Afghanistan, Urges Diplomatic Path  Republic World

Pakistan Puts Islamabad, Punjab Province In Lockdown To Stop Hardline Group's March To US Embassy - News18Pakistan Puts Islamabad, Punjab Province In Lockdown To Stop Hardline Group's March To US Embassy  News18