Kabul (HRNW)- The Afghan Taliban interim government has categorically refused to open a transit gate with Pakistan and has taken the position that strong, credible and practical international guarantees must be provided before any action is taken in this regard. UN containers sent back at Torkham-
Pakistani authorities tried to enter UN containers into Afghanistan in the name of aid. The Torkham Commissionerate sent back all the containers after a thorough inspection. There is no urgent need for transit-In the current situation, there is no urgent need to open the transit gate.
Any decision regarding transit will only be taken when clear and formal guarantees are provided at the international level. National sovereignty and security concerns are paramount –
The decision to keep the gate closed has been taken keeping in mind national sovereignty, security concerns and the protection of national interests. There is no possibility of opening the transit gate in the current circumstances. If you wish, I can also prepare headlines, breaking tickers or social media posts for this news.
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