The Afghanistan Embassy in India made an announcement on Saturday night that it will cease operations from October 1 due to a “lack of support from the host government,” a failure to live up to expectations in advancing Afghanistan’s interests, and a reduction in staff and resources.

The embassy noted a “lack of support from the host government”, stating that it had noticed a noteworthy absence of vital help from the host government, which it claimed impacted its capacity to perform tasks properly.

The mission also listed “failure to meet expectations in serving Afghanistan’s interests” as a factor. Due to India’s lack of diplomatic support and the absence of a legal functioning government in Kabul, the mission claimed it “acknowledges our shortcomings in meeting the expectations and requirements necessary to serve the best interests of Afghanistan and its citizens.”