Talks with int’l partners under way: Afghan president

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In a televised speech, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani addressed the nation for the first time since the Taliban made major gains in recent days.

Ghani said “widespread consultations with representatives of the people and leaders and with our international partners” are being carried out in a “speedy manner”.

“In the current situation, the remobilisation of our security and defense forces is our top priority, and serious steps are being taken in this regard,” he said.

“I would like to assure you as your president … we are going to prevent further displacement of people,” Ghani added, without providing more details.