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Regional Talks on Afghanistan Begin in Tehran

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14 Dec 2025 - 14:31

The Kabul Tribune (KT) — Senior diplomats from several regional countries gathered in Tehran on Sunday for a high-level meeting to discuss recent developments in Afghanistan and related regional concerns.

The talks brought together special envoys and officials responsible for Afghanistan affairs from Tajikistan, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, China and Russia. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi addressed the opening session, stressing Tehran’s interest in dialogue and regional coordination on Afghanistan.

According to diplomatic sources, Pakistan’s special representative Mohammad Sadiq is expected to outline Islamabad’s views on the situation in Afghanistan, including concerns that the country could become a safe haven for militants, with particular emphasis on security challenges and their impact on regional stability.

Taliban officials from Afghanistan had been invited to attend the meeting but declined to participate.