Afghanistan’s political landscape in past year

Afghanistan’s political landscape in past year

Afghanistan’s political landscape in the solar year 1404 (March 2025 to March 2026) was marked by diplomatic shifts, internal divisions and growing regional tensions, as the Taliban sought greater international legitimacy but remained largely isolated. Russia became the first — and so far only — country to formally recognize Taliban rule during the year, a significant but largely symbolic breakthrough for the Taliban. Despite expanded engagement…