The rise of the Islamic State in Khorasan Province (ISIS-K, or ISKP) militant and terrorist group in Afghanistan and the ...

Russia recognized the Taliban-led Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, a decision that will have a significant effect on the positions of other nations, particularly those in Central Asia.

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

Experts believe Moscow's groundwork to engage with the Afghan Taliban is born out of its security and geopolitical concerns.

In recent weeks, reports of Russia considering formal engagement and recognition of the Taliban have reignited debate around international approaches to the de facto rulers of Afghanistan. But ...

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

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 on Thursday it has accepted an ambassador from the Islamist group.

Russia has become the first country to formally recognize the Taliban rule in Afghanistan. Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry ...

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

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

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