Taliban Criticizes U.S. 'State Sponsor' Designation
The Afghan Taliban criticized the U.S. decision to label Afghanistan as a 'state sponsor of wrongful detention,' following demands for the release of U.S. citizens. The Taliban seeks dialogue to resolve the issue. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Kabul to free detained citizens, including Mahmood Habibi and Dennis Coyle.
The Afghan Taliban has expressed regret over the U.S. designation of Afghanistan as a 'state sponsor of wrongful detention,' a move announced by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
On Monday, Rubio identified the Taliban government as a sponsor of such detentions and pressed for the release of U.S. citizens currently held, specifically naming Mahmood Habibi and Dennis Coyle.
The Taliban has indicated its desire to resolve the issue through dialogue, responding to the U.S. demands for the release of its citizens.
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