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

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

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

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

Russia has become the first country to formally recognize the Taliban’s government in Afghanistan since it seized power in 2021, after Moscow removed the group from its list of outlawed organizations.

The implications of this move extend far beyond symbolism. By recognizing the Taliban as Afghanistan’s legitimate government, Russia has shifted from informal dealings to formal state-to-state ...

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.

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 is the first country to formally recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan since the group seized power in 2021, according to its Foreign Ministry.

Afghanistan's government said on Thursday that Russia had become the first country to officially recognise its rule, calling it a "brave decision". The Taliban swept back to power in 2021 after ...