For the first time, India did not seek approval or sympathy from the outdated United Nations Security Council (UNSC), dominated by the victors of 1945. Saleh pointed out that Operation Sindoor demonstrated a strong sense of self-confidence, strategic autonomy, and sovereignty.
When the Taliban ruled Afghanistan from 1996 to 2001, they imposed a blanket ban on girls' education. It appears the same system will slowly creep into the country led by Islamists.
Talibani spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid announced on Monday that the group has completely conquered Panjshir Valley, the last bastion of the resistant forces
Meanwhile, at least a thousand including dozens of Americans and Afghans holding a visa for the USA or other countries await Taliban clearance for flights out of the country.