Intra-Afghan Talks to Begin in Qatar
The former president Hamid Karzai announced on Sunday that the intra-Afghan talks would begin in Qatar within two to three days after the release of the 400 Taliban prisoners.
19 Arrested for Waving Taliban Flag in Tehran
Iranian police said Tuesday they arrested 19 people after the flag of Afghanistan's Taliban militant group was waved at a gathering in a Tehran park.
Rouhani Hopes Afghanistan Peace Talks Successful
President Hassan Rouhani of Iran hoped that the inter-Afghan talks with the centrality of the Afghan government and presence of all political groups will lead to peace.
Taliban to Resume Talks with Kabul If Prisoners Freed
A senior member of the Taliban said the group will engage in talks with Kabul providing that the Afghan government frees the last of its Taliban prisoners.
Iran Calls for Lasting Truce in Afghanistan
Iranian diplomat called for a lasting ceasefire in Afghanistan after the Taliban announced a three-day ceasefire over the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha.
Iran Welcomes Truce from Taliban over Eid Al-Adha
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman welcomed a recent truce announcement by the Taliban over Eid al-Adha, one of the greatest religious festivals of Muslims.
Taliban Warns of Action If US Not Leaving Afghanistan
The Taliban's political chief, Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, warned the US that an appropriate decision will be made if the US forces fail to pull out of Afghanistan according to the agreed timetable.
Envoy Urges US to Study Iran’s Positions on Regional Issues
Iranian special envoy for Afghanistan Mohammad Ebrahim Taherianfard advised US officials to carefully study Iran's positions before commenting on the views of Iranian officials on regional issues.
Government, Taliban Agree on Doha as Venue for 1st Peace Talks
Afghanistan’s government and the Taliban group have agreed that Doha will be the venue for the first meeting in their peace talks, both sides said.
Afghanistan frees hundreds of Taliban prisoners
Afghanistan authorities said on Tuesday 900 more Taliban prisoners will be released, as calls grew for the militants to extend a cease-fire on its third and final day.