A spokesperson for Guterres confirmed the meeting, which will not include the current ten non-permanent members of the Security Council.

The United States must learn the lessons of the 1990s when it abandoned Afghanistan. Otherwise, it can expect a similar outcome.

"If things translate into some kind of warfare between militias and Taliban, it will be dangerous," Imran Khan

Pakistan-Russia relations uplifted 2014 onwards when both countries had signed a defence pact. The deal laid down an exchange of intelligence and promotion of cooperation on international security.

A political solution in Afghanistan would lead to stronger trade and economic ties and strengthen linkages between the people in Central Asia as well.

The development came as Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi held a meeting with the Tajik president on the current situation in Afghanistan.

The drop is understandable, as, in situations of chaos, conflict and emergency, people will prioritize their safety and security first.

"It is sad if these are the people developing policy for the EU.”

The International Federation of Professional Footballers (FIFPro) said the evacuated Afghan sportswomen had been "in a position of danger" and "many athletes" were still at risk.

For years, there was a debate as to whether Mujahid was even a single person -- his moniker serving as cover for the Taliban's sprawling information wing.

Many Afghans fear a repeat of the brutal five-year Taliban regime that was toppled in 2001, and violent retribution for working with foreign militaries, Western missions and the previous US-backed government.

Beijing has kept open its embassy in Kabul and sought to maintain friendly relations with the Taliban.