03/11/2023
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"A negotiated settlement within the country itself, supported by the regional powers, is the only path to sustainable stability."
"We will renew our commitment to a results-focused peace process between the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the Taliban."
"It is important to me and to the Secretary that you know that I have repeatedly demanded the release of Mark Frerichs, who has been held by the Taliban since February 2020."
"The Biden administration has made its decision to draw down from Afghanistan by September 11th of this year."