EU foreign policy chief Joseph Borrell said on Thursday (August 12) that the Afghan government should engage with the Taliban to reach an inclusive solution, as the militant group is rapidly amid the escalation of violence and concerns about the refugee crisis. get along with.
“We encourage the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan to resolve political differences, increase the representation of all stakeholders, and engage with the Taliban from a unified perspective,” Borel said in a statement.
He said that peaceful and inclusive solutions and respect for the fundamental rights of all Afghans, including women, youth and minorities, are the key to the EU’s continued support of Afghanistan.
Since the large-scale offensive began in May, the Taliban have made rapid and violent progress, further loosening the Afghan government’s control over the country.
Borel called on the Taliban to immediately resume substantive, regular and organized talks, immediately stop violence and a comprehensive and permanent ceasefire.
“These ongoing attacks have caused unacceptable suffering to Afghan citizens and increased the number of internally displaced persons and those leaving Afghanistan in search of safety,” he said.
Borel warned that if the Taliban seize power by force and rebuild the Islamic emirate, they will face the prospect of non-recognition, isolation, lack of international support, and continued conflict and instability in Afghanistan.
