Ali Bagheri Kani and Amir Khan Muttaqi, the foreign ministers of Iran and the Taliban, discussed "joint action" by countries against Israel during a phone call.

In a statement, the Iranian Foreign Ministry mentioned that Bagheri expressed Iran's readiness to cooperate with Afghanistan in various fields. The statement, released on Monday, emphasised on the necessity of joint action by Islamic countries to pressure Israel to stop its crimes against Palestinians, particularly within the framework of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.

The foreign ministers discussed the "latest situation of the Gaza war and the crimes" committed by Israel.

They highlighted South Africa's action to file a complaint against Israel at the Hague, underscoring the need for joint action by Islamic countries against Tel Aviv.

In a statement on Tuesday, June 18, the Taliban noted that Bagheri praised the "common stance" of the Islamic Republic and the Taliban regarding the Gaza war.

Additionally, the Taliban's statement quoted Muttaqi, who affirmed that Afghanistan is a "free and independent" country and that interference in its affairs benefits no one. He added, "Only through cooperation, understanding, and consultation can effective progress be made in various fields”.