Afghanistan: “We need an inclusive government that shows that the Taliban have changed”, hopes Jean-Yves Le D – franceinfo

The French Minister of Foreign Affairs is particularly optimistic about the intentions of the Taliban and expresses the wish that they will keep their promises.

Posted the 08/17/2021 8:21 PM

Update the 08/18/2021 06:52

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Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian is not closing the door to dialogue with the Taliban, now in power in Afghanistan. “It’s not the same generation” than those who controlled the country between 1996 and 2001, he said on Tuesday on Radio France, noting in particular that“they entered into negotiations, in particular with the United States”.

“They announced that they would respect the rights acquired over the past 20 years in Afghanistan. They have to demonstrate it.”

Jean-Yves Le Drian

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Jean-Yves Le Drian is particularly sensitive to some of the latest statements by the Taliban: “They say they want to acquire respectability, honor. They have announced that they will respect the rights acquired over the past 20 years in Afghanistan. They have to demonstrate it.”

“We need a government, truly inclusive and representative, which shows that the Taliban have changed”, hopes Jean-Yves Le Drian. “The best proof of what they are saying would be to ensure that there is a transitional government, which shows that the Taliban want to respect the law, end the violence and make civilians feel safe. security.”

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