Taliban, Russia are cozying up to each other
DW · 3 Jun 2026

Taliban, Russia are cozying up to each other

Russia and the Afghan Taliban have signed a deal on repairing Soviet-era and Russian-made weapons, a seemingly small move in a larger game involving the US, Pakistan, and Moscow's efforts to curb Western influence.


AI Translated Summary:
Russia's agreement with the Taliban to repair Soviet-era weapons signals a strategic alignment that could shift regional power dynamics. This development reflects Moscow's broader efforts to counter Western influence in the region.


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