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The Struggles of Afghan Embassies in a Taliban Era

This chapter examines the ongoing loyalty of Afghan diplomats to the former government amidst the Taliban's control, focusing on their use of the old flag and limited communication with the new regime. It also addresses the financial difficulties faced by these embassies as they rely heavily on consular service fees to sustain operations.

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