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KABUL (REUTERS) - The Taleban said on Sunday (June 20) they were committed to peace talks, adding they wanted a "genuine Islamic system" in Afghanistan that would make provisions for women's rights in line with cultural traditions and religious rules. The statement came amid slow progress in the talks between the hardline Islamic group and Afghan government representatives in Qatar and as violence rises dramatically around the country ahead of the withdrawal of foreign forces by Sept 11. Officials have raised concerns over the stalling negotiations and have said the Taleban has not yet submitted a written peace proposal that...
