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Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister, Amir Khan Muttaqi, was scheduled to visit India this month. However, the trip has been postponed because he hasn’t received the required travel waiver under UN Security Council sanctions. All leaders sanctioned by the UN, including those from the Taliban, must secure such waivers before international travel. Historical Significance of
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A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan late Sunday night, with its epicenter in Kunar Province. The quake was followed by several strong aftershocks, including a 5.5 magnitude tremor on Tuesday, deepening fears and hampering rescue operations. Massive Casualties and Widespread Injury Taliban officials confirmed that over 1,400 people have died and more than