Rubio designates Afghanistan as ‘state sponsor of wrongful detention’
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Secretary of State Rubio designated Afghanistan as a 'state sponsor of wrongful detention.'
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio has officially designated Afghanistan as a "state sponsor of wrongful detention." This designation, announced Monday, was made in response to what Rubio described as the Taliban's continued unjust detention of two U.S. citizens. The Secretary urged the ruling Taliban to release the individuals, citing the use of "terrorist tactics" including kidnapping for ransom. This action marks a significant diplomatic step, potentially impacting future U.S. engagement and policy toward Afghanistan.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio designated Afghanistan as a 'state sponsor of wrongful detention' and urged the release of U.S. citizens.
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