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Taliban expresses concern over US plans to deport Afghan nationals
Afghanistan's Taliban-led government has flagged concerns about Washington's deportation policies, while signalling openness to dialogue with the United States on the matter.
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The Taliban administration in Kabul stated on Tuesday that it views recent US deportation plans involving Afghan nationals with serious concern, according to official statements from the government.
While expressing reservations about the policy, Taliban officials indicated they remain willing to engage constructively with Washington to address the issue. The position reflects the administration's attempt to balance sovereignty concerns with pragmatic diplomatic considerations amid ongoing tensions between Kabul and Western nations.
The deportation of Afghan nationals has remained a contentious issue for the Taliban government since its return to power in August 2021. Kabul has previously raised objections to what it characterises as unilateral removal of its citizens, arguing that such actions should be conducted through formal bilateral channels.
No specific details regarding the scale or timeframe of the US deportation plans were provided by Taliban officials. The statement underscores broader challenges in US-Taliban relations as the two parties navigate issues ranging from counterterrorism cooperation to humanitarian aid and diplomatic recognition.
The Taliban's expressed willingness to engage suggests potential room for diplomatic negotiations, though substantive progress remains uncertain given the complex geopolitical landscape surrounding Afghanistan and its international relations.