Taliban to appoint ambassador to Moscow 

In a notable shift in its diplomatic posture, Russia announced on Wednesday that it will allow the Taliban authorities in Afghanistan to appoint an ambassador to Moscow.

The move comes shortly after Russia officially suspended the Taliban’s classification as a terrorist organisation. 

While this step does not equate to formal recognition of the Taliban regime, it marks a significant gesture in the gradual normalisation of relations between Moscow and Kabul. 

The Taliban took control of Afghanistan in 2021 following the withdrawal of U.S. forces, but no government worldwide, including Russia, has officially recognised them. 

According to a statement from the Russian Foreign Ministry, Russian officials recently held discussions with Afghanistan’s foreign and interior ministers.