Taliban militants take control of the presidential building in Kabul. (Photo: Al Jazeera)

The move comes as those who assisted western forces during the war continue to flee under fear of violence.

In a statement on state television on Tuesday, a spokesperson for the militant group also urged women to join the government, saying they "don't want women to be victims."

Pakistan said after a National Security Committee meeting on Monday that it is committed to a comprehensive political solution that represents all Afghan ethnic groups. It called on all parties in Afghanistan to respect the rule of law, protect and ensure the basic human rights of all Afghans..

The same day, US President Joe Biden said he stands "squarely behind" his decision to withdraw US troops from Afghanistan.