ON July 3, Russia recognised the Taliban government of Afghanistan, becoming the first country to recognise the regime in Kabul, which came to power in August 2021. At the time, Moscow had said that ...

A former senior Taliban official told CBS News that while the move was welcome, "Russia and China can't financially support ...

Russia’s recognition of the Taliban provides much sought-after legitimacy to a regime that is enforcing the world’s most ...

Russia said on Thursday it had accepted the credentials of a new ambassador of Afghanistan, making it the first nation to ...

Poland and the Baltic states also withdrew from the Ottawa Convention despite pleas from some leaders to maintain decorum in ...

Russia has formally recognized the Taliban government in Afghanistan, a significant shift driven by security concerns and ...

Russia is the first country to formally recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan since the group seized power in 2021, ...

With a pledge of support and official recognition, Russia’s relationship with the Taliban has evolved considerably.

Russia has become the first nation to recognize the Taliban government of Afghanistan since it took power in 2021, announcing ...

Russia's decision to formally recognise the Taliban government has been seen as an opening for a stronger economy by some ...

“Russia’s recognition of the Taliban is a geopolitical play,” Taneja said. “It solidifies Moscow’s position in Kabul, but more importantly, gives the Taliban itself a big win.

Russia has become the first country to formally recognize the Taliban’s government in Afghanistan since it seized power in ...