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The United States on Friday agreed to set up an interests section in Afghanistan under Qatar, assisting US citizens following the shuttering of the embassy during the Taliban takeover. SOUNDBITE
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says that the Taliban renewed promises to let Afghans leave freely amid concern over blocked chartered flights. The Taliban told the United States that "they will let people with travel documents freely depart," Blinken told a news conference in Qatar. SOUNDBITE
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken tells reporters that he will lead a virtual 20-nation ministerial meeting on the Afghan crisis from Germany alongside Foreign Minister Heiko Maas, following his trip to Qatar on Sunday. SOUNDBITE
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announces he will travel to Qatar next week to discuss the situation in Afghanistan with evacuated Afghans and Qatari leader. SOUNDBITE
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says he warned China directly about its assertive moves around the Philippines and vowed to defend the ally, during meetings with top leaders in Beijing. SOUNDBITE
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.