Russia holds talks with Taliban and regional nations on Afghanistan

In recent consultations held in Russia, the Taliban government engaged with representatives from several countries, including China and India. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov acknowledged the Taliban's efforts in fighting terrorism and drug trafficking. However, the Taliban's international recognition remains limited, particularly due to its policies on women's rights. Independent confirmation of these developments is limited.

Russia holds talks with Taliban and regional nations on Afghanistan
Published Oct 5, 2026
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