“The two leaders discussed the importance at this stage of national unity in Afghanistan, as well as regional efforts to advance the peace process,” the statement said.

Blinken assured Ghani of US support for Afghanistan and its security forces.

Also, the Secretary of State expressed condolences in connection with the recent terrorist attacks in Afghanistan.

Earlier, Ashraf Ghani did not rule out the possibility of a civil war in the republic after the withdrawal of US troops from the country.