The diplomatic maneuver of Sirajuddin Haqqani, a key figure in the Taliban, has sparked significant interest and analysis. The Taliban’s efforts to gain recognition from the international community have led to a series of developments that suggest a shift in the global community’s perception towards the Taliban. Recent events, including Kazakhstan’s removal of the Taliban from its list of terrorist organizations, Russia’s tacit acknowledgment of the Taliban’s control in Afghanistan, and the President of PRC’s official reception of the Afghan ambassador, indicate a growing acceptance of the Taliban’s de facto governance.

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