Russia Invites US, China, Pak To Key Afghan Meet, India Left Out: Report

India has not been invited to a crucial meeting being convened by Russia on the fast-evolving situation in Afghanistan that is expected to see the participation of Pakistan, China and the US, people familiar with the development told news agency Press Trust of India today. As the Taliban continues its offensive in Afghanistan, Russia has stepped up efforts to reach out to all key stakeholders in the war-torn country to stop the violence and push the Afghan peace process. The “extended Troika” meeting is scheduled to be held in Qatar on August 11. Talks under the format had earlier taken…