Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Receives UN Exemption for India Visit Amidst Growing Crisis

The United Nations has granted a travel ban exemption to Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, allowing his visit to India from October 9 to October 16. The decision, made by the Security Council, falls under resolution 1988 (2011), which provides exceptions for travel bans for official matters or medical needs. This occurs as Afghanistan confronts a deepening humanitarian and social crisis under the Taliban. The government recently implemented a temporary shutdown of telecom services, resulting in a total internet blackout across the country. This unprecedented blackout impacts the entire nation of 43 million people, restricting access to essential services and information, including online educational resources for women, who are facing increasing restrictions.