The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) claimed that the European Union (EU) has officially opened its embassy with a permanent presence in Kabul and has practically commenced operations, reports Tolo News on January 21. Abdul Qahar Balkhi, the MoFA spokesman, wrote on Twitter that the decision was made following a series of meetings and after an understanding was reached with EU representatives. MoFA Spokesman Balkhi further added that apart from €220 million in humanitarian aid, the EU has announced €268 million in additional assistance and set aside a portion of