What does the return of the Taliban mean for the people of Afghanistan? The last time the Taliban were in power, they not only suspended active politics but also put an end to all civil rights. Is it going to be the same this time?

Taliban to establish 'Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan'

A day after the Taliban took over Kabul, India has evacuated its envoy to Afghanistan Rudrendra Tandon and also other embassy staff members safely.

India evacuates its embassy in Kabul amid escalating crisis in Afghanistan

The United States has laid out conditions for recognising a Taliban government. The US state department has said that the Taliban government will be recognised if it respects human rights, including women’s rights.

US lays out conditions for recognising a new government in Afghanistan

As the Taliban took control of capital Kabul on Sunday and are on their way to take control of the government, WION speaks to Amar Sinha, Former envoy to Afghanistan over the security situation in the country and the future of Afghan women.

Hopeful of a peaceful transfer of power says Amar Sinha, former envoy to Afghan

Former Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai urged people to stay in their homes, stating that he is working to resolve issues with the militant group through dialogue. Karzai has formed a committee with Abdullah Abdullah and Gulbuddin Hekmatyar for the smooth transition of power to the Taliban.

Taliban in Kabul: Hamid Karzai forms transition council with Abdullah and Hekmatyar

According to reports, Taliban insurgents, who entered Kabul on Sunday have now taken control over the Presidential Palace, hours after President Ashraf Ghani fled the war-torn nation.

Reports: Taliban claims taking control over Presidential palace as Ashraf Ghani flees

In its first reaction to the unfolding developments in Afghanistan, India said that it is constantly monitoring the situation and will take all steps to ensure the safety and security of Indian nationals as well as its interests in that country.

India: Will take all steps to ensure safety of Indian nationals and interests

The United Nations Security Council held a meeting under India's presidency in New York over the ongoing political and humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.

UN Security Council holds emergency meeting on Afghanistan under India's presidency

Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan appears to be endorsing the Taliban as they take control of Afghanistan. According to Imran Khan, Afghans have "broken the chains of slavery in the country".

'Chains of slavery broken' after Taliban takeover says Pakistan PM Imran Khan

The 15-member United Nations Security Council met on Monday to discuss Afghanistan under India's presidency as the Taliban has taken control over the country and the capital city Kabul is under its grips.

15-member UN Security Council holds emergency meet on Afghanistan

As the Taliban claims victory over the country, thousands of terrified residents have been desperately attempting a final bid to flee. In a video, two unidentifiable objects can be seen falling from the body of a plane as it flies overhead.

Terrifying video of Afghans falling off a US military plane

Opposition parties in Pakistan have urged the Imran Khan government to brief the parliament on the current situation in Afghanistan. They want the Prime Minister to come up with a policy statement and develop a national consensus to deal with the possible consequences the nation can face after the establishment of Taliban rule in the war-torn country.

Pakistan opposition asks Imran Khan govt to brief parliament on Afghan crisis

On the first morning under the Taliban rule, hundreds of civilians tried to escape Kabul city flooding the international airport. The Taliban patrolled the streets of Kabul trying to project calm. The national flag of Afghanistan was seen lower in the capital city.

WION Ground Report: Kabul's first morning under Taliban rule, Afghan's national flag lowered

Over 60 countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, Germany, and Canada urged “all parties” to safeguard the departure of foreign nationals and Afghans who wish to leave the war-torn country, and said that roads, airports, and border crossing must remain open.

Over 60 countries urge Taliban to let foreign nationals, Afghans leave

Critics are asking if the war in Afghanistan for UK troops was a complete failure? WION's London Bureau Chief Mandy Clark highlights the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's stance on not recognising the Taliban as the government of Afghanistan.

Critics ask if war in Afghanistan for UK troops was a complete failure?

Nepal government has sent letters to the various countries and the United Nations to keep Nepali nationals working with various diplomatic missions and international organizations in Kabul in safe places and help their repatriation home.

Nepal seeks international help to evacuate its nationals from Afghanistan

As the Taliban take over Afghanistan, China says it seeks ‘friendly and cooperative’ relations with the group. Beijing has sought to maintain unofficial ties with the Taliban throughout the entire withdrawal process.

China says it seeks ‘friendly and cooperative’ ties with Taliban after rout

After the Taliban took over Kabul, the residents are desperate to flee Afghanistan's beleaguered capital. A mass exodus is underway in the capital city. Amid all this chaos and mayhem at the Kabul airport, 5 people have lost their lives and the reason is yet to be ascertained.

Desperate Kabul residents try to flee the capital after Taliban take power

The United Nations has issued a statement on the situation unfolding in the war-ravaged country, Afghanistan. The UN chief Antonio Guterres has urged the Taliban to follow utmost restraint in order to protect rights and ensure humanitarian needs can be addressed. Antonio Guterres is particularly concerned about the future of women and girls in the country.

Antonio Guterres urges restraint as Taliban reach Kabul

The US military has secured the perimeter of Kabul airport as its diplomats were being evacuated from war-torn Afghanistan amid the Taliban takeover. Commercial flights have mostly been suspended, stranding hundreds of Afghans and other foreign nationals.

US secures Kabul airport to evacuate staff from country

Former Afghan president Ashraf Ghani has put out his first statement after he fled Kabul on Sunday. Defending his stance to leave the country, Ghani said that he has resigned to prevent bloodshed in the county.

Ashraf Ghani speaks out after he fled Kabul, 'resigned to prevent bloodshed'

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned the violence and said that Canada is 'heartbroken' at the situation the Afghan people find themselves in today. He also added that Canada remains committed to the Afghan people and to the country.

Canada ‘heartbroken’ over situation in Afghanistan says Justin Trudeau

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said that Afghanistan must not "become a breeding ground for terror" and the west must work together to ensure this, as the Taliban enters capital Kabul.

Boris Johnson says Afghanistan must not 'become breeding ground for terror'

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken blamed Afghan forces for the Taliban’s takeover. He forcefully defended the administration’s decision to withdraw the military from Afghanistan after 20 years of war.

US Secretary of State Blinken says Afghan troops haven't been able to defend country