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UN Security Council extends Afghan mission for one year

The United Nations logo adorns a window at U.N. headquarters in New York City, U.S., September 18, 2025. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon
The United Nations logo adorns a window at U.N. headquarters in New York City, U.S., September 18, 2025. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon Reuters

The United Nations Security Council on Monday voted to extend the mandate of the U.N. Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for one year amid calls to streamline the operation and strong criticism by members of the country's Taliban rulers.

The 15-member council unanimously in favor of the extension in a text drafted by China.

(Reporting by David Brunnstrom)

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This story was originally published June 15, 2026 at 10:25 AM.

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