During a recent briefing, Andrey Serdyukov, the Chief of Joint Staff of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), highlighted that despite some positive developments in Afghanistan, the country continues to pose significant threats to regional and global security.
These threats include terrorism, the spread of radical ideologies, and drug trafficking. Serdyukov’s remarks underscore the ongoing challenges faced by CSTO member states, particularly in Central Asia, as they grapple with the spillover effects of instability in Afghanistan.
Russia, a key member of the CSTO, has repeatedly expressed concerns over the threats emanating from Afghanistan, particularly those linked to the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) and the illicit drug trade.
Despite these challenges, Russia has adopted a pragmatic approach toward the Taliban, which regained control of Afghanistan in August 2021. Unlike many Western nations, Russia did not close its embassy in Kabul and has maintained diplomatic ties with the Taliban-led government. Moscow has hosted Taliban delegations on multiple occasions and has even received diplomats appointed by the Taliban administration.
While Russia officially designates the Taliban as a terrorist organization, it has signaled a willingness to reconsider this classification as part of its broader engagement strategy.
In a move aimed at addressing Afghanistan’s economic difficulties, Russia has signed agreements to export fuel, wheat, and gas to the country. These deals are seen as an effort to stabilize the region and mitigate the humanitarian crisis, while also fostering cooperation with the Taliban.
However, Moscow remains cautious about the Taliban’s ability to contain the threat posed by ISKP. This skepticism reflects the complex dynamics of Russia’s relationship with the Taliban.
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Norwegian authorities have seized a cargo ship with an all-Russian crew over suspicions of involvement in the recent damage to an undersea telecoms cable in the Baltic Sea.
During her briefing on January 31, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed several major topics. Here are the six key points she highlighted:
Cristiano Ronaldo has reached an unprecedented milestone, becoming the first player in history to secure 700 official club victories after Al-Nassr's 2-1 win over Al-Raed in the Saudi Pro League.
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