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EU hosts Taliban officials for first time

DW reporters
June 24, 2026

An Afghan Taliban delegation met with EU officials to discuss the deportation of Afghan migrants. The Taliban visit has faced criticism in Europe over the regime's violation of women's rights.

An Afghan flag waves in front of a government building. The Taliban met with EU officials to discuss the deportation of failed asylum seekers.
Image: Francesco Militello Mirto/NurPhoto/picture alliance
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