Russia has called on the international community to adopt a comprehensive, depoliticized, and dialogue-based approach towards Afghanistan, emphasizing regional cooperation and practical support instead of sanctions and pressure to prevent the country’s worsening situation.<\/p>\n
Vassily Nebenzia, Russia\u2019s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, told a UN Security Council meeting that contrary to predictions by some Western countries, Afghanistan has not collapsed completely following the withdrawal of foreign forces. He claimed that despite ongoing sanctions, the Taliban-led administration is striving to address long-standing challenges and is seeking regional cooperation to build self-reliant structures\u2014an effort that, he said, requires time and international support.<\/p>\n
Nebenzia stressed that Moscow continues to support the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and initiatives such as the \u201cDoha Process,\u201d which aims to establish a framework for engaging with the Taliban administration and gradually reintegrating Afghanistan into international affairs.<\/p>\n
He warned that pressure-based policies, including setting deadlines and imposing sanctions, could further harden the Taliban\u2019s positions and undermine the UN\u2019s field efforts. According to him, regional actors, including members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the Collective Security Treaty Organization, also believe that engagement is the only viable option under current circumstances.<\/p>\n
The Russian envoy called for progress in releasing Afghanistan\u2019s frozen assets and expanding development aid, warning that continued deadlock could reduce the UN\u2019s presence and operational capacity in the country\u2014developments that would have direct humanitarian consequences.<\/p>\n
On security, Nebenzia expressed concern over ongoing terrorist threats, particularly activities by ISIS, noting that the group continues to receive foreign financial support and recruit foreign fighters, including those with combat experience in Syria and Iraq. He also warned about the uncertain fate of weapons left behind by NATO forces and a surge in synthetic drug production\u2014issues he said are closely linked to terrorism.<\/p>\n
Nebenzia backed dialogue between Afghanistan and Pakistan amid rising tensions, urging both sides to enhance cooperation, especially in counterterrorism. He also highlighted Afghanistan\u2019s worsening economic and social conditions and thanked humanitarian organizations for continuing their work despite reduced funding.<\/p>\n
Reaffirming Moscow\u2019s official stance, the Russian envoy underscored support for the rights of all Afghan citizens, stating that the formation of an inclusive government and respect for fundamental freedoms\u2014including non-discriminatory access to education and employment\u2014are crucial for normalizing Afghanistan\u2019s role in the international community. These, he said, remain key demands of the global community toward the Taliban administration.<\/p>\n
In conclusion, Nebenzia called on the UN to engage with Afghanistan\u2019s de facto authorities to help resolve existing challenges and pave the way for the country’s reintegration into international affairs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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