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Afghanistan
Euroviews. The world must not abandon human rights in Afghanistan | View
There is still a small window of opportunity for the international community to protect the most at risk and vulnerable through concrete measures. This should include maintaining and bolstering UNAMA’s human rights mandate when the Security Council reviews the mission’s mandate later in September.
USA
Euroviews. Why the US' lack of strategic thinking is everyone’s problem | View
"The US’ lack of strategic thinking, its transactional diplomacy pursued under Trumpism, and the lasting effects of the events in Afghanistan has undoubtedly damaged America’s former "global leader" image beyond repair."
World News
Euroviews. EU must resettle Afghan refugees to manage migration crisis | View
After a rushed pull-out from Afghanistan, and with future evacuations unlikely to happen, EU countries should prioritise opening up safe and legal ways for Afghans to find protection in Europe. Increasing refugee resettlement would be a true sign of international solidarity.
World News
Euroviews. Afghan crisis shows the Balkans is a geopolitical backwater | View
"Sadly, the Afghan episode does not offer any geopolitical wisdom or policy prescriptions for the Balkans and the people living there. It is just a painful acknowledgement that the region remains a geopolitical backwater on the Western periphery."
World News
Euroviews. Taliban takeover could lead to renewed terror attacks in Europe | View
"Once the West begins to pressure the new regime in Kabul, it is very likely that the Taliban will allow al-Qaeda to set up a firm presence in the country again. Then it is just a matter of time before we see attacks emanating outwards."
Afghanistan
Euroviews. In a mess in Kabul? Bring in the UN…| View
With a bit of imagination and professed goodwill in all directions, UNAMA can become the missing link towards a successful evacuation of internationals and Afghans with foreign visas and avert major refugee flows by holding the Taliban accountable, says Georgios Kostakos of FOGGS.