The United Nations diplomatic mission in Afghanistan has been extended for another year, the Security Council announced late Friday. The resolution mandated the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) until March 17, 2025. Delegates noted the importance of cooperation with the de facto Taliban authorities on the ground to establish lasting peace in the war-torn country, the council said in a statement. They stressed the need for a continued field presence. The resolution called on all relevant stakeholders to coordinate with UNAMA in the implementation of its mandate and to ensure the saf…