Overview

• The Federal Foreign Office confirmed accrediting two individuals tied to Afghanistan’s de-facto authorities for consular roles in Germany, with one assigned to the Afghan consulate in Bonn.
• Bonner Generalkonsul Hamid Nangialay Kabiri said he shut the mission, sent its keys to the Foreign Office, and saw 22 staff members halt work.
• Officials stressed the decision does not amount to recognizing the Taliban, noting only Russia has done so, and said the new personnel were vetted before entry.
• Government spokespeople linked the arrangement to operational contacts developed during deportation flights, with a July statement citing regular engagement and plans to integrate two representatives into consular administration.
• Kabiri warned of risks to sensitive documents and the safety of Afghans’ relatives in Afghanistan, as Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul reiterated concerns over severe rights restrictions since 2021.