Peter and Barbara Reynolds, aged 76 and 80, were released in Afghanistan after months in Taliban custody following Qatari mediation. The couple, long-time residents of the country, said they were treated well and are eager to reunite with their family

Russia’s recognition is expected to draw close scrutiny from Western governments, particularly the United States, which has maintained a firm stance against legitimizing the Taliban leadership

Kimia and others fear returning to Afghanistan, where Taliban rule severely restricts women’s freedoms and activists face threats