The Afghan embassy in London will close by the end of September following the request from the UK government and dismissal of its staff by the Taliban.
Ambassador Zalmai Rassoul expressed gratitude to colleagues who cooperated with the embassy during this transition, reflecting on the mission's long-standing history dating back to 1922.
Citing sources, the private Etilaat-e Roz reported that Afghan diplomats were urged to either leave the UK or apply for political asylum amidst the closure.
The move to close the embassy highlights the deteriorating diplomatic relations following the Taliban's decision not to recognize documents issued by Afghan embassies abroad.
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