At least 3,812 Afghan civilians were killed or wounded in the first half of 2019 in the war against Islamist militant groups, including a large increase in the number of casualties caused by government and NATO-led troops, a UN report said on Tuesday.

Over 3,000 Afghan civilians killed or wounded this year: UN report

As the United States and Taliban plan an expected pact that can pave way for American withdrawal from the south Asian country after 17 years, many including New Delhi are keenly watching the developments that can have huge ramifications.

Clock could be turned back, says India's ex-ambassador to Afghanistan Sinha on US-Taliban talks

'The United States is ready to participate in the discussion, but we cannot serve as a substitute for the Afghan government and the Afghan people. A political settlement must be negotiated through a process that is Afghan-lead and Afghan-owned' Deputy Assistant to US President said

US willing to hold talks with Taliban