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Taliban global diplomatic engagement
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5 DAYS
17 FACTS
3 EVENTS
2 SOURCES
FIRST ENTRY AUG 20
AUG 24 · Day 5
Taliban governance of Afghanistan examined
Governor Abdullah Sarhadi described women as "mindless" and "deficient in intellect".
Habibullah Badr said he was previously responsible for the operations of suicide attackers in Kabul.
Most journalists the BBC spoke to said they had been summoned or questioned by the Taliban's intelligence organisation, Estikhbaraat.
AUG 21 · Day 2
Taliban release two detained UN staff members in Afghanistan
UNAMA stated that the two staff members were released on Thursday morning and appeared to be in good health.
Taliban authorities in Afghanistan released two detained United Nations staff members.
The Taliban seized power in Afghanistan on August 15, 2021, as US and NATO forces withdrew.
“to ensure respect for the privileges and immunities of the United Nations, as well as the safety, security and freedom of movement of United Nations and associated personnel throughout the country”
UNITED NATIONS
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AUG 20 · Day 1
Taliban secures pragmatic global alliances without formal recognition
“currently dealing with more than 40 diplomatic missions, including embassies and consulates in various countries, in addition to dozens of foreign missions and organisations working in Kabul”
AMIR KHAN MUTTAQI
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