US to work with NATO in Afghanistan, vows Biden
US President Joe Biden has affirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring that Afghanistan never again becomes a staging area for terrorist attacks against America and its allies.
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Afghanistan hails NATO chief’s remarks on troop pullout
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has welcomed the latest statement by NATO Secretary General, Jen Stoltenberg on the alliance mission in Afghanistan.
US to assure NATO of consultation on major decisions
The Biden administration is expected to assure NATO allies of consultations on major decisions, reports an international media outlet. US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin would reiterate America’s commitment to the alliance at a two-day meeting of NATO defence…
‘NATO will not leave Afghanistan before time is right’
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg on Monday said no ally wanted to stay in Afghanistan longer than necessary, but the alliance will not leave before the time is right. “Our common goal is clear, Afghanistan should never again serve as…
Defence ministers to decide NATO future in Afghanistan: Stoltenberg
Admiring Belgium’s role in collective security, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has said the alliance defence ministers will make crucial decision on Afghanistan this month, according to a statement on Thursday.
Afghan negotiating team virtually meets NATO envoys
The Afghan government-backed peace negotiating team discussed intra-Afghan talks, ceasefire and reduction in violence with NATO ambassadors, a statement said on Tuesday.
NATO position on Afghanistan presence unchanged: Stoltenberg
NATO chief Jen Stoltenberg on Monday said he spoke to President Ashraf Ghani and discussed with him the peace process, saying the western military alliance’s position has not changed and their troops presence in Afghanistan was conditions based.…
Atmar, Pontecorvo discuss Doha talks & NATO mission
Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammad Hanif Atmar and NATO Senior Civilian Representative for Afghanistan have discussed the resumption of the second round of talks in Doha and the future of the alliance mission in Afghanistan. Atmar held a…
Taliban must break all ties with international terrorists, including al-Qaeda : NATO chief
As peace talks resumed in Doha on Wednesday evening, the NATO chief said it was essential to make sure the Taliban cut ties with international terrorist outfits, including the al-Qaeda network. At a joint media briefing with CSU…
Afghan peace process fragile: NATO chief
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg says the Afghan peace process is fragile, with no guarantee of success. Any decision by the alliance on the future of its mission in Afghanistan would be risky, he said in a freewheeling interview…
Have orders to cut troop levels: Gen. Miller
The commander of US and NATO forces in Afghanistan has confirmed receiving orders to cut the American military presence to 2,500 by mid-January. In an interview, Gen. Scott Miller said cutting American troop levels in Afghanistan was in…
NATO pledges continued support to Afghan security forces
US and NATO Forces Commander in Afghanistan Gen. Scott Miller on Sunday vowed support to Afghan security forces. Addressing reporters, Gen. Miller said US working on strategy to reduce the number of its troops to 2,500 in Afghanistan.…
NATO backs Afghan forces with medical supplies
The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has operated several chartered flights to Afghanistan, transporting hundreds of tonnes of pharmaceutical supplies to the Afghan national army and police. The consisted of pain relievers, vitamins, antibiotic pills and ointments,…
Negotiate truce, NATO asks Afghan parties
With peace negotiations set to begin on Friday (tomorrow), NATO has called for an immediate end to violence and negotiating a ceasefire in Afghanistan. In a statement, the alliance urged the parties to build on this momentum by…
We stand with Afghans in their yearning for peace: NATO
The North Atlantic Council (NAC) on Wednesday hailed the recent agreement between Afghan and Taliban negotiating teams on rules and procedures for peace negotiations as an important step toward a comprehensive and lasting peace in Afghanistan. In a…
NATO vows medical supplies for ANDSF
NATO has promised providing more than 1,000 tonnes of medical supplies to support the Afghan National Defense and Security Forces (ANDSF). The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) would deliver the medical and pharmaceutical supplies to the…
US to continue backing NATO in Afghanistan
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg believes Afghan peace negotiators can achieve progress even on tough issues. On Wednesday, the Afghan government and Taliban announced reaching an agreement on procedures and rules for the peace negotiations in Doha.…
NATO chief: Lasting ceasefire needed in Afghanistan
Renewing stout support for the ongoing Afghan peace process, NATO says it has adjusted its presence in Afghanistan. While the US has decided to further cut its troop levels in the country to 2,500, NATO’s training mission…
Decision on Afghan mission next year: NATO
NATO would take a decision on the future of its mission in Afghanistan early next year, says the secretary-general of the western alliance. “What is clear now is that the US is going to reduce [troop levels in…
Don’t exit Afghanistan too soon, NATO warns US
KABUL secretary-general has warned. Jens Stoltenberg fired the warning on Tuesday following media reports that US President Donald Trump could issue a formal order drawing down American forces. Currently, NATO has about 12,000 multinational troops in Afghanistan to train and…
NATO general vows full support to Afghan forces
NATO and US Forces Special Operations Commander Brig. Gen. Evans on Tuesday assured full support to Afghan security forces under any circumstances, an official said. Gen. Evans made the remarks during a meeting with the Military Commission in…
Stoltenberg warns against hasty troop’s withdrawal from Afghanistan
KABUL. In response to media queries, Stoltenberg said: “We now face a difficult decision. We have been in Afghanistan for almost 20 years, and no NATO ally wants to stay any longer than necessary. But at the same time, the…
Ghani, Stoltenberg discuss peace process, NATO cooperation
KABUL. “President Ghani in a phone conversation with Jens Stoltenberg, the #NATO Secretary General discussed the ongoing situation of Afghanistan, the peace process, & NATO’s support for the Afghan Defense and Security Forces,” Presidential Palace said in a tweet. “While…
US donates military equipment to Afghans
US has donated hundreds of Humvee vehicles, 10 helicopters ,four A-29 aircraft and other military equipment to Afghan forces as part of Washington’s continued military cooperation, according to a statement on Thursday. First Deputy Minister of Defense Shah…
