Taliban's Bold Move: Damming the Kunar River
Amidst recent tensions with Pakistan, Afghanistan's Taliban-led administration has announced plans to build dams on the Kunar River, potentially restricting water flow to Pakistan. This decision follows border clashes and a subsequently mediated ceasefire. The construction is set to proceed through agreements with domestic firms, emphasizing Afghanistan’s sovereignty over its water resources.
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The Taliban-led Afghanistan administration has unveiled plans to build dams on the Kunar River, a crucial waterway flowing into Pakistan, days after recent border clashes between the two nations.
Deputy Information and Culture Minister, Muhajer Farahi, announced on social media that Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada has directed the Ministry of Water and Energy to commence construction without waiting for foreign contractors. The ministry has been tasked with securing agreements with Afghan companies to accelerate the project.
This development comes as Pakistan and Afghanistan, through mediation by Qatar and Turkiye, agreed to an 'immediate ceasefire' following the clashes, with commitments to further dialogue aimed at ensuring sustained peace and regional stability.
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