The announcement drew concern from the United States and the United Kingdom this week amidst fears they could hamper ongoing evacuation efforts.
Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid speaks during a news conference in Kabul, Afghanistan September 6, 2021. REUTERS/Stringer/File PhotoKABUL, Feb 28 - The Taliban administration's announcement that it would restrict Afghans from leaving the country under certain circumstances drew concern from the United States and the United Kingdom this week amidst fears they could hamper ongoing evacuation efforts.
Hugo Shorter, the UK charge d'affaires for Afghanistan, said in a Tweet on Monday they had seen the Taliban's statements."These would be unacceptable restrictions on freedom of movement," he said. "I call on the Taliban to clarify their remarks urgently." A U.S. State Department spokesperson said late on Monday they were engaging with the Taliban over the issue.
"Our ability to facilitate relocation for our Afghan allies depends on the Taliban living up to its commitment of free passage," the spokesperson added.
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