Russia on Thursday became the first country to formally recognize the Taliban’s government in Afghanistan since it seized power in 2021, after Moscow r emoved the group from its list of outlawed organizations.

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.

Beijing will continue to 'pursue friendly policy toward all Afghan people and support exchanges and cooperation across various fields,' says Foreign Ministry spokesperson - Anadolu Ajansı