Afghanistan Shuts Down Longstanding Diplomatic Mission in India

The Afghan embassy in India has announced the permanent closure of its diplomatic mission in New Delhi, citing persistent challenges from the Indian government. All diplomats from the Afghan Republic have left India, marking the end of their 22-year presence. The embassy stated that the decision was made in the hope that the Indian government's stance would change to allow the mission to operate normally. The closure comes amidst constraints in resources and authority, as well as discord with the Taliban regime. The fate of the mission, whether to maintain its closure or explore alternatives, will now rest with the Indian government.