Russia has officially recognized Afghanistan's interim government led by the Taliban, marking a major shift in global diplomacy. The announcement came Thursday after Russian Ambassador Dmitry Zhirnov met with Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi in Kabul. 🏛️
What's Changing?
Zhirnov called the recognition a 'historic step' to boost cooperation, while Muttaqi welcomed it as the start of 'mutual respect' between the nations. This follows Russia's April decision to upgrade Afghanistan's diplomatic status to ambassadorial level—a move that's now fully realized. 💼
Behind the Scenes
Russian envoy Zamir Kabulov confirmed the recognition, emphasizing Moscow's focus on stability in Central Asia. The move comes weeks after Russia accepted credentials from Afghanistan's new ambassador, solidifying formal ties. 🤝
Analysts say this could reshape regional politics, as Russia becomes one of the few major powers to engage directly with the Taliban-led government. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops! 🔥
