Afghan embassy in New Delhi ceases operations due to lack of support from India

• The Afghan embassy in New Delhi closed on October 1, 2023 due to lack of support from India.
• India does not recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan.
• The embassy cited reductions in personnel and resources as well as failure to meet expectations in serving Afghanistan's interests.
• Emergency consular services will continue for Afghan citizens until transfer of custodial authority.
• The embassy staff were appointed by the previous government of Ashraf Ghani.

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