KABUL - The new United States Ambassador to Afghanistan, James Cunningham, said on Monday that the Afghan government needs to make reforms and fulfill its responsibilities in order to gain US political and economic support.
Speaking at a press conference, Ambassador Cunningham added that talks between Islamabad and Washington are underway to delve into the issue of cross-border attacks.
He also stressed that the US will take necessary actions to protect Afghan civilians.
"There are reports about cross-border rocket attacks on Afghanistan's bordering regions. Our negotiations with Afghan and Pakistani officials are underway that these attacks do not harm Afghan civilians, and we will do everything to continue these talks," Cunningham said in a press conference in Kabul today, adding that US will take necessary actions to protect Afghan civilians.

He also confirmed that a meeting will take place between Afghan officials and the Taliban's top military commander, Mullah Ghani Bradar, who is in jail in Pakistan.
James Cunningham replaces Ryan Crocker who resigned earlier this year due to personal issues. (Tolo News)