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Russia Becomes First Country to Recognize Taliban Government
- On July 3, 2025, Russia formally recognized the Taliban government in Afghanistan, becoming the first country to do so since 2021.
- This acknowledgment came after Russia officially delisted the Taliban as a banned group and lifted restrictions against it in April.
- The Taliban's top diplomat in Kabul held discussions with Russia's envoy Dmitry Zhirnov, during which the ambassador formally communicated Russia's decision to recognize the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, emphasizing plans for enhanced cooperation between the two nations.
- Muttaqi called the recognition a 'good example for other countries,' while critics like former MP Fawzia Koofi warned it legitimizes impunity and endangers Afghans amid ongoing restrictions and sanctions.
- The recognition signals a new phase in Russia-Afghanistan relations focused on security and economic ties but highlights Afghanistan's continued international isolation over human rights concerns.
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Moscow is the first to recognize the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan, thereby challenging the world order. A brutal break with the past, a slap in the face to the West and a geopolitical power grab in Central Asia.
·Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Russia is the first country in the world to officially recognise the radical Islamic Taliban, which Moscow hopes to see.
·Zürich, Switzerland
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The Russian Foreign Ministry said it sees potential for economic cooperation and will continue to help Kabul fight terrorism and drug trafficking.
·Belgrade, Serbia
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