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Russia Becomes First Country to Recognize Taliban Government

AFGHANISTAN, JUL 4 – Russia aims to boost trade, security, and counter-terrorism cooperation with the Taliban, following removal of the group from its terrorist list in April 2025, officials said.

  • 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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U.S. News broke the news in New York, United States on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
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