Berlin, July 22 -- The German government has confirmed that the Taliban will send two consular officials to Germany to assist with the deportation of Afghan nationals, particularly those convicted of serious crimes and rejected asylum seekers, Khaama Press reported.

Government spokesperson Stefan Kornelius stated on Monday that an agreement had been reached to allow "two representatives of the Taliban administration" to operate in consular roles in Germany.

Their presence aims to support the repatriation of deported Afghans, especially those involved in serious criminal offences, Khaama Press added.

This development follows a report by the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, which revealed that Germany's acceptance of the consular official...