Russia's Lavrov says Taliban recognition 'not on the table'“The question of international recognition of the Taliban at the present juncture is not on the table,” Lavrov told a news conference. Russia's Lavrov says Taliban recognition 'not on the table'We apologize, but this video has failed to load. His comments come after the Taliban nominated a U.N. envoy, setting up a showdown over Afghanistan’s seat at the world body. UNITED NATIONS — Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Saturday that international recognition of the Taliban was not currently under consideration. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said that the Taliban’s desire for international recognition is the only leverage other countries have to press for inclusive government and respect for rights, particularly for women, in Afghanistan.

Source: National Post September 25, 2021 17:03 UTC