NATO pledges to speed up evacuations from Afghanistan as criticism mounts

13 Sept 10:36 Key points summarised by AI

NATO commits to accelerating the evacuation of over 18,000 people from Kabul as international criticism mounts over the West's handling of the Afghanistan crisis.
Thousands remain desperate to flee from Kabul airport, despite Taliban calls for those without travel documents to return home, with 12 reported deaths near the airport since Sunday.
Protests against the Taliban takeover have emerged in various cities, including reports of violence and killings, as the Taliban works to establish its emirate and address governance challenges.
Western nations, including the U.S. and UK, face intense scrutiny for their perceived intelligence failures and slow response to the unfolding crisis.
Concerns grow over Taliban reprisals, with reports of targeted killings and the use of intelligence files to identify Afghans linked to the previous administration or U.S.-led forces.

Sihasak urges Thais in Europe to stay alert as protests spread

Yesterday 12:06 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow advises Thai nationals in Europe to avoid protest areas and reconsider non-essential travel, citing widespread unrest in countries like France, Italy, and Spain.
The warning comes as demonstrations escalate, with some turning violent, prompting concerns for safety and leading to an emergency Cabinet meeting in Italy and a proposed postponement of diplomatic talks.
Thai embassies and the Department of Consular Affairs issue advisories, urging citizens to monitor local developments, follow official announcements, and register their travel details for assistance, while emphasizing that no Thais have been directly affected yet.