Russia & Taliban
11 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Domestic
Russia: Only nation formally recognizing the Taliban, providing diplomatic legitimacy.
Taliban: Central actor; marks five years in power, maintains restrictions on women and girls, and seeks international recognition while facing sanctions and ICC warrants.
Aug 10, 2026 · 63 articles
International
Russia: Russia formally recognized the Taliban government in 2025, a rare diplomatic move.
Taliban: Taliban government imposes restrictions on women and girls, contributing to economic decline and international isolation.
Jul 06, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Russia: Russia>>> is now a source for food and petroleum products for Afghanistan>>> as trade routes shift due to the conflict.
Taliban: The Taliban>>> government is appealed to by traders like Mohammad Murtaza Ishaqzai>>> to resolve its conflict with Pakistan>>> to reopen border trade.
May 25, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Russia: Russia sent former President Dmitry Medvedev to attend the funeral, demonstrating its diplomatic ties with Iran amidst the ongoing geopolitical landscape.
Taliban: The Taliban administration sent senior officials to attend the funeral, indicating their diplomatic engagement with Iran.
Mar 07, 2026 · 412 articles
International
Taliban: Taliban officials have been invited by the International — European Commission to Brussels to discuss the deportation and readmission of Afghan nationals without a right to stay in the EU, despite warnings from human rights groups.
Jun 01, 2026 · 84 articles
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