Monday, June 14, 2021

Taliban Say Security Of Airports And Embassies Will Be An Afghan Responsibility

Taliban says security of airports, embassies to be Afghan responsibility  

AFP News/Dunya News: Taliban says security of airports, embassies to be Afghan responsibility 

KABUL (AFP) - Foreign forces should hold no hope of keeping a military presence in Afghanistan after the US and NATO withdraw troops, the Taliban said Saturday, warning the security of embassies and airports would be the responsibility of Afghans. 

It comes as western diplomats and military officials scramble to work out how to provide security for any future civilian presence they keep in the country. 

Turkey has reportedly said it is prepared to keep troops in Afghanistan to protect Kabul airport, the main exit route for western diplomats and humanitarian workers.

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WNU Editor: If the Taliban are the ones protecting embassies and airports, this is what will happen .... Embassies in Kabul reportedly to be closed (MEHR News Agency).

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