UAE Accepts Taliban Ambassador, Marking Diplomatic Milestone

The move underscores the international divide on engaging with Afghanistan's rulers amid ongoing human rights concerns.

Badruddin Haqqani is the first Taliban ambassador to the UAE since their return to power.
The Taliban remain unrecognized by the West but seek ties with regional powers.
Uzbek Prime Minister's visit to Afghanistan signals increasing regional engagement.
The UN criticizes the Taliban's human rights record, particularly restrictions on women and girls.
Taliban bars UN human rights expert from entering Afghanistan, raising concerns about their engagement with the international community.