(ANSA) - BRUSSELS, NOV 29 - The Taliban have asked for the help of the European Union to keep the Afghan airports running.
The request was made during the talks last weekend in Doha, the EU external action service (Seae-Eeas) specified.
The meeting, the EU specifies, "does not imply the recognition of the provisional government, but is part of the operational commitment of the Union", in the interest of both parties.
"The Afghan delegation confirmed its commitment to guaranteeing and facilitating the safe passage of foreign and Afghan citizens who wish to leave the country", said the Seae-Eeas in a note, specifying that "in this regard, both parties underlined the fundamental importance to keep Afghan airports open "and that the" Afghan delegation has requested assistance in maintaining airport operations ".
(HANDLE).
