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Afghans both hopeful, disappointed after Russia's Taliban recognition

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July 06, 2025

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Afghans both hopeful, disappointed after Russia's Taliban recognition

Russia's decision to formally recognise the Taliban government has been seen as an opening for a stronger economy by some Afghans, while others were sceptical that it would improve their lot.

Russia became the first country to acknowledge the Taliban authorities on Thursday, after a gradual building of ties that included removing their “terrorist organisation” designation and accepting an ambassador in recent months.

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