S Jaishankar Discusses Afghan Situation With US Secretary Of State

The UNSC on Monday called for an immediate cessation of all hostilities in Afghanistan and the establishment of a new government that is united, inclusive and representative.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken over the latest developments in Afghanistan and underlined the urgency of restoring airports in Kabul. Discussed latest developments in Afghanistan with @SecBlinken. Underlined the urgency of restoring airport operations in Kabul. Deeply appreciate the American efforts underway in this regard. Significant UN Security Council discussions today on developments in Afghanistan. Expressed the concerns of the international community.Expect to discuss these during my engagements at the UN. Taking to Twitter on Tuesday, Mr Jaishankar said, "Discussed latest developments in Afghanistan with @SecBlinken. Underlined the urgency of restoring airport operations in Kabul. Deeply appreciate the American efforts underway in this regard." In another tweet over the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting over Afghanistan's situation, he said: "Significant UN Security Council discussions today on developments in Afghanistan. Expressed the concerns of the international community. Expect to discuss these during my engagements at the UN."