The Russian Supreme Court has lifted the Taliban's designation as a terrorist organization, a label it held for over 20 years. This decision, influenced by a request from the prosecutor general, signifies Russia's intentions to normalize ties with Afghanistan's ruling party following years of rapprochement. Shared security goals, especially regarding the fight against ISKP, have drawn the two closer. Russia seeks to develop political and economic relations with the Taliban, using Afghanistan for gas exports, demonstrating a shift in international engagements regarding the group's legitimacy.
Russia's Supreme Court has suspended its ban on the Taliban, which it had designated for more than 20 years as a terrorist organisation, aiming to normalize ties with Kabul.
Moscow's decision reflects years of gradual rapprochement with the Taliban, focusing on shared security interests, particularly in combating ISKP and establishing economic relations.
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