Afghanistan Must Not Be Forgotten: Sergey Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has stressed that Afghanistan should not be overlooked.

In his remarks, Lavrov noted the United States’ continued interest in Afghanistan, adding that the US seeks to reclaim military equipment left behind in the country.

He further claimed that the US seeks to maintain its influence in Afghanistan by leveraging neighboring countries to achieve its strategic objectives.

“Let us not forget Afghanistan, where the Americans are also trying to restore their presence to some extent, using neighboring countries for this and thinking about returning their military infrastructure there,” Lavrov said.

Obaidullah Bahir, a university professor, emphasized the importance of maintaining balance in two key areas: “One is the balance of power, which is crucial for success in competitions, and the other is balancing domestic and foreign policies, which must be preserved.”

Meanwhile, some political analysts argue that the Islamic Emirate should align its foreign relations with other countries based on national interests.

Political analyst Moeen Gul Samkani said, “Afghanistan is in a position where both the East and the West need it. In such circumstances, we must maintain our balance and avoid leaning too much towards either side.”

Najib Rahman Shamal, another political analyst, said: “Establishing and expanding relations with other countries has been one of the interim government’s priorities over the past three to four years. However, since the government remains unrecognized internationally, these interactions and relationships continue to be unofficial.”

Over the past three years, the Islamic Emirate has expanded its ties with several countries, including Russia, China, Iran, Uzbekistan, and Turkey. However, no country has yet officially recognized the Islamic Emirate.