EU hosts Taliban officials for the first time in talks on deportations | European Union News | Al Jazeera
Navigation menu Trending A Taliban delegation has held talks with the European Union in Brussels for the first time, in a visit fiercely criticised by rights activists. The meeting on Tuesday focused on diplomatic services and providing “dignified returns” for Afghans in Europe, a Taliban official said. Abdul Qahar Balkhi, a spokesperson for the Taliban Ministry of Foreign Affairs, called the visit “historic,” noting it was the first time a delegation from the Afghan government had held talks with the European Commission and EU nations in Brussels. list 1 of 4Geneva to host Iran-US deal event: What other pacts have been signed there? list 2 of 4Afghanistan strikes targets in Pakistan, raising cross-border tension list 3 of 4Two roadside bombs kill at least seven in northwestern Pakistan list 4 of 4EU to hold migration meeting with Taliban officials in Brussels
Published: June 23, 2026 5:37 pm
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