France confirms 'technical discussions' with Afghanistan's Taliban

France has resumed contact with the Taliban regime in Afghanistan, similar to Germany and Norway. French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez confirmed discussions aimed at deporting undocumented Afghans deemed a threat to public order. In exchange, the Taliban will establish a working group at the Afghan consulate in Paris, previously controlled by the former government. The French foreign ministry emphasized that this dialogue does not alter France's stance on Afghanistan, as it has not recognized the Taliban regime, which remains under international sanctions.