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Why did Moscow Recognise Afghanistan’s Taliban?
Counter ISIS-K, energy transit, labour needs, and regional reactions to Russia's move.
Key Insights
Why did Russia recognize the Taliban on 4 Jul 2025 despite post‑2021 isolation, and what follows? Shared fight vs ISIS‑K; labour gaps; energy & transit deals; Soviet legacy ties. Pragmatism beats isolation—if China, Iran and others move closer. Shared values, rights and norms fade and the Liberal international order weakens.
Cite this brief
Staff, E. (2025). Why did Moscow Recognise Afghanistan’s Taliban?. EPIS Insight · International Relations & Diplomacy.