Afghanistan government collapsed on Sunday as the Taliban entered into Kabul and assumed control of the Afghan capital and took over the presidential palace. Several reports suggested President Ashraf Ghani left the country and that the Taliban will soon proclaim the re-establishment of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. Also read | Afghan president Ghani says left to prevent 'flood of bloodshed'Here are the latest developments after the Taliban took over Kabul:1. The United States, along with 65 nations, has urged the resurgent Taliban to let Afghans leave the country, warning of accountability for any abuses. "Those in positions of power and authority across Afghanistan bear responsibility -- and accountability -- for the protection of human life," the joint statement said.

Source: Hindustan Times August 16, 2021 01:41 UTC