Germany – Tarz Press: Yama Yari, Afghanistan’s ambassador in Berlin, and Sayed Lotfullah Sadat, Afghanistan’s consul general in Bonn, have stepped down from their positions following a “request from the host country.” This announcement was made public through statements issued by both officials on Monday, 18. November
Both officials stated that they had handed over their responsibilities to colleagues, citing the host country’s request and political considerations as reasons for their resignations.
In his statement, Yama Yari said:
“In accordance with the host country’s request, I hereby resign from my position as the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan in Germany and hand over administrative responsibilities to my colleagues in line with official protocols.”
Similarly, Sayed Lotfullah Sadat explained:
“Due to certain considerations and political restrictions imposed by the host country, I am resigning from my role as the Consul General of Afghanistan in Bonn, Germany.”
The German Foreign Ministry has not issued any formal statement regarding this matter. However, earlier reports suggested the possibility of Afghanistan’s embassy in Berlin being transferred to Taliban control.
A few months ago, Afghanistan’s embassy in the United Kingdom was also shut down at the host country’s request. These developments, particularly in European countries, have raised concerns among Afghans that continued closures and diplomatic changes might disrupt consular and diplomatic services for Afghan migrants and refugees.
Experts believe these developments reflect the complex diplomatic and political situation Afghanistan faces globally. Changes in Afghanistan’s diplomatic representation in various countries could significantly affect international relations and the legal status of Afghans abroad.
Afghans living overseas, particularly in Europe, fear that reduced diplomatic services could limit their access to essential documentation, legal support, and consular services. The broader implications of these resignations point to the evolving and challenging nature of Afghanistan’s global diplomatic presence under current conditions.
