Major global powers, including the US, Russia, China, and Pakistan, are engaging in high-stakes geopolitical maneuvering around Afghanistan.
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The latest in this situation
- Russia recognizes Taliban; Trump seeks Bagram; Pakistan cites Taliban security failures.
- US plans to deport Afghans, utilizing Pakistan and a Louisiana hub for removals.
- The US is utilizing Pakistan as a mechanism for the forcible deportation of Afghan nationals.
- Kolokoltsev visited Pakistan and departed for Moscow to strengthen bilateral security cooperation regarding Afghanistan.
- Major global powers, including the US, Russia, China, and Pakistan, are engaging in high-stakes geopolitical maneuvering around Afghanistan.
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Major global powers, including the US, Russia, China, and Pakistan, are engaging in high-stakes geopolitical maneuvering around Afghanistan.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Russia recognizes Taliban; Trump seeks Bagram; Pakistan cites Taliban security failures.1 source
- The US is utilizing Pakistan as a mechanism for the forcible deportation of Afghan nationals.Sub-event
- Kolokoltsev visited Pakistan and departed for Moscow to strengthen bilateral security cooperation regarding Afghanistan.Sub-event
US President calls for control as China, Pakistan, and Iran oppose foreign military presence in Afghanistan.1 source
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The entities involved
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Afghanistan
country in Central and South Asia
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China
cultural region, ancient civilization, and nation in East Asia; mostly refers to the People's Republic of China in political situation and rarely refers to the Republic of China
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Pakistan
sovereign state in South Asia
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)