# Russia hopes other countries will recognize Afghanistan, Security Council secretary says

https://mins.news/en/item/87890

- TASS, 2026-10-06 11:48 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2198131

> Moscow hopes other countries will follow Russia’s example and recognize the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu said. He said the Russia-Afghanistan partnership is advancing in security, political contacts, trade and economic cooperation, helped by Russia’s formal recognition in July 2025.