Afghanistan, India
India seeks Taliban deal to counter Pakistan

Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval maintains regular contact with the Afghan authorities.
Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval maintains regular contact with the Afghan authorities. © ANI Photo/Amit/Reuters
India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval has since mid 2025 made several informal visits to Afghanistan. New Delhi is apparently seeking common ground with the Taliban regime in order to counter Pakistani influence, while taking care not to upset China's regional interests. [...]
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