Published 16:51 IST, September 12th 2020

Kabul residents react to Afghanistan peace talks

Afghans showed mix feelings in the capital city of Kabul on Saturday as intra Afghan talks to unite the warring sides began in Doha, Qatar.

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Afghans showed mix feelings in capital city of Kabul on Saturday as intra Afghan talks to unite warring sides began in Doha, Qatar.

two sides sides started negotiations for first time on Saturday with a view to ending deces of war.

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talks brought toger Taliban and delegates appointed by Afghan government.

Many people watched inauguration ceremony aired on local TV.

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21-year-old university student Mohamm, watching televised ceremony, said a lack of agreement between Afghan leers h resulted in failure of all previous peace talks.

In central Kabul, Social Association of Afghan Justice Seekers (SAAJS) put out more than 4,000 photos of Afghan war victims as part of a street photo exhibition seeking justice for victims.

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All 4,000 victims h lost ir lives in fighting and suicide attacks.

intra-Afghan negotiations h been set out in a peace deal Washington signed with Taliban on Feb. 29.

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At that time deal was touted as Afghanistan's best chance at peace in 40 years of war.

discussions are critical in search for lasting peace that will also provide an exit for U.S. and NATO troops after nearly 19 years.

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Issues raised at talks include a permanent cease-fire, rights of women and mirities, and disarming of tens of thousands of Taliban fighters and militias.

 

16:51 IST, September 12th 2020