Russia’s BIGGEST Blunder Yet? Putin Bets On Taliban, Crowns Kabul’s Sharia Kings As Official Rulers
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Russia’s BIGGEST Blunder Yet? Putin Bets On Taliban, Crowns Kabul’s Sharia Kings As Official Rulers
In a stunning geopolitical shift, Russia has become the first country to officially recognise the Taliban government in Afghanistan.
Russian Ambassador Dmitry Zhirnov personally conveyed the recognition to Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in Kabul, marking what Taliban leaders called a "new phase" in bilateral relations.
The Kremlin, now seeking to strengthen regional influence, sees commercial potential in Afghanistan’s energy, agriculture, and infrastructure sectors, despite global condemnation of the Taliban's human rights record.
Since returning to power in 2021, the Taliban have faced international isolation for enforcing brutal Sharia laws and gender apartheid.
Yet, Russia has maintained its embassy, signed economic deals, removed the Taliban from its terror list, and labeled them allies in the fight against extremism.
As the West tightens sanctions, Russia's move could set a precedent for others considering formal engagement with Kabul's hardline rulers.
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The number of people killed following a deadly earthquake in eastern Afghanistan has risen sharply to 2,205, according to the Taliban government. Sky News
A powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake has struck Afghanistan, marking the third major quake in a short span. The disaster has already claimed over 2,000 lives, with thousands more injured and widespread destruction reported across affected regions. Rescue teams are racing against time to pull survivors from the rubble as international aid organizations prepare emergency support
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Putin has dismissed the possibility of a peace deal with Ukraine, bluntly rejecting any meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky. Declaring there is “no point” in talks, Putin’s remarks signal a major setback to diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the war. The move heightens tensions as the conflict drags on, leaving hopes for negotiation hanging by a thread.
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Breaking: Ukrainian drones have reportedly struck multiple Russian oil facilities overnight, including major blasts at the Ryazan refinery and an oil depot in Luhansk Oblast. Social media footage shows massive fireballs and thick smoke, highlighting Ukraine’s growing long-range strike capabilities.
Since the 2022 invasion, Ukraine has targeted Russian energy infrastructure to weaken Kremlin funding. August alone saw 12 refineries hit, cutting over 17% of Russia’s processing capacity. Previous attacks on Ryazan halved output, and now Putin admits gas shortages in the Far East, warning new enterprises may struggle to get supplies. How will Russia respond to these crippling strikes?
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A diplomatic drama is unfolding as US President Donald Trump declared that a trilateral summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky “will happen.” The statement comes after Trump’s Alaska summit with Putin, where he urged a one-on-one between Moscow and Kyiv first. While the Kremlin has not ruled out direct talks, it insists any bilateral must be the final stage once concrete progress is made. Meanwhile, Zelensky has reportedly asked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to “send the right signal” to Putin, pressing India’s weight as a potential mediator. Kremlin officials confirm flexibility on some issues, but warn NATO’s militarization of Ukraine makes peace elusive. With Putin currently in China, Trump’s bold promise, Kyiv’s appeals to Modi, and Moscow’s warnings against Western “peacekeepers” are shaping a high-stakes diplomatic gamble that could define the next phase of the Ukraine war.
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Russia pushes ‘Made in Moscow’ Fashion Week amid western isolation and ongoing war
As fallout from the Kremlin's war against Ukraine continues, Russia has launched a 'Made in Moscow' drive at its annual fashion week.
READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/08/29/russia-pushes-made-in-moscow-fashion-week-amid-western-isolation-and-ongoing-war
Spark your senses, wake your wonder. Euronews Culture seeks to show creativity in action and inspire our audience to explore the world through the five senses. Start your journey through the best of Europe's arts, gastronomy, traditions and high-end craftsmanship.
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Russia has flatly denied any agreement on an air ceasefire with Ukraine, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov declaring “no deals have been reached.” The rejection came amid speculation of a temporary truce after the Alaska peace talks with Trump. Instead, Russia intensified its aerial assault, launching nearly 600 drones and 31 missiles overnight on August 28. Kyiv was hit hardest, with hypersonic Kinzhal strikes killing at least 18 civilians, including 12 in Darnytskyi, as the war enters an even deadlier phase.
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