Afghanistan says 'will never tolerate foreign presence': Video
Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, reaffirmed the country’s staunch opposition to any foreign military or political presence during a public statement on Monday, October 6.
Speaking at a press conference in Kabul, Muttaqi declared, “Afghanistan is a free and independent nation. The Afghan people have never approved of foreign presence. We wish to develop economic, political, and diplomatic relations with all countries, but we will never tolerate foreign presence; it is unacceptable.”
Since regaining power, the Taliban has pushed for international recognition while maintaining a firm stance against any form of foreign intervention, military or otherwise. Muttaqi’s remarks appear to reinforce that position amid recent regional discussions on counterterrorism cooperation and growing humanitarian concerns.
While the Taliban leadership has expressed openness to trade and diplomatic ties with neighbouring and global powers, it continues to resist international pressure over human rights, particularly the treatment of women and girls, and the presence of militant groups operating within Afghanistan’s borders.
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