Russia Accuses West of Fueling Instability in Afghanistan
Sergey Naryshkin, director of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Russia, says Western countries, in pursuit of their geopolitical goals, are supporting opposition groups in Afghanistan to create instability in the country.
Speaking at a conference in Baku, Naryshkin described Afghanistan’s geopolitical position as significant and emphasized that the West is deliberately trying to keep the country in a state of chaos.
He stated: “Western intelligence agencies are actively seeking ways to support anti-government forces in Afghanistan. The West’s desire to maintain instability in the country is part of its broader geopolitical strategy. Countering this interference will pave the way for Afghanistan’s recovery.”
Wais Naseri, a political analyst, commented: “The removal or suspension of the Taliban’s name from Russia’s terrorist list doesn’t mean it has been permanently cleared. It’s a temporary and experimental move.”
These remarks come just a day after Russia’s special envoy for Afghanistan expressed Moscow’s interest in formal engagement with Kabul.
Mohammad Aslam Danishmal, another political analyst, said: “Russia wants to pursue a constructive policy with Afghanistan’s interim government.”
Janat Faheem Chakari, political affairs expert, said: “The removal of Islamic Emirate members from US blacklists and the temporary delisting of Taliban leaders by Russia’s Supreme Court can be viewed as a constructive, meaningful, and positive geopolitical rivalry.”
Russia, a key regional power, has previously voiced support for sustainable engagement with Afghanistan’s interim government and recently removed legal barriers to formal interaction.
