Taliban Disavows Afghan Diplomatic Missions in Western Nations, Including UK, Invalidates Consular Services

Jul 30, 2024, 08:06 AM

The Taliban's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Afghanistan's diplomatic missions in several Western nations, including England, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Austria, France, Switzerland, Greece, Poland, Sweden, Norway, and the UK, are no longer recognized. The Taliban stated that consular services provided by these missions are invalid and advised Afghan citizens in these countries to approach Taliban-controlled embassies and consulates for their needs. This move has led to confusion among Afghan citizens residing in Europe, as the Taliban's decision affects their access to consular services and documentation. The announcement was made on Monday, and the Republic Government's ambassador to Belgium, the EU, and NATO, Nsalarzai, has refuted the Taliban's claims regarding the legitimacy of these missions.