The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan has expressed approval of Kyrgyzstan’s decision to remove the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan from its list of banned groups.

In a statement released on Friday, the Afghan ministry praised the Kyrgyz government's decision, which officially delisted the “Taliban Movement” from its banned entities. The ministry described the move as a significant step, emphasizing it as a gesture of mutual respect and recognition between the two nations.

The statement also noted that Kyrgyzstan’s decision aligns with similar actions taken by other countries, signaling a growing political understanding and recognition of the Islamic Emirate on both regional and global levels.

This development comes as reports emerge about a proposal submitted to Russian President Vladimir Putin to remove the Islamic Emirate from Russia's blacklist. Analysts suggest Russia may follow Kyrgyzstan's lead, marking another shift in international attitudes toward the Islamic Emirate.

The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has sought to strengthen diplomatic ties with various nations following its return to power in 2021. (ILKHA)