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KABUL,Afghanistan: The Taliban on Tuesday condemned possible plans for Turkey to extend its military presence in Afghanistan, calling them detrimental to both sides amid the withdrawal of foreign troops from the war-ravaged country. In a statement posted on the group’s propaganda site, the Taliban warned they will take a stand against Turkish troops if they stay in Afghanistan past this September. If Turkish troops “continue the occupation of our country, the Islamic Emirate (Taliban) and the Afghan nation – in line with their religious, conscientious and patriotic duty – will take...