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On October 7, 2025, the Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan convened its seventh meeting, bringing together regional powers like Russia, China, India, and Iran. This year's session marked a significant development: Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi attended as an official representative, a notable upgrade from his previous guest status, signaling a shift in regional diplomacy. While the talks focused on shared goals of combating terrorism and fostering economi

Today, August 15 marked 4 years of Taliban rule in Afghanistan. Since the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021, U.S. engagement has primarily focused on counterterrorism efforts, humanitarian assistance, and securing the release of Americans detained by the Taliban.

By: Nilofar Sakhi Israel’s ongoing strike campaign against Iran, along with Iran’s retaliatory actions, reflects the long-standing and...