The Taliban advocates building an air defense system in Afghanistan with Russia's help. The only way to deliver air defense systems like the Buk, Tor, or Pantsir to Afghanistan is to send them along with their crews.
The Taliban intend to receive Russian assistance to organize air defense in Afghanistan and to attract Russian military technologies. This became known on Tuesday, September 10, according to Forbes.
According to the material, in early 2023, the Taliban allocated significant funding for defense after returning to power in Kabul and are planning to create their own air defense. They hope for Russia's assistance and expect warm relations.
However, the Taliban's desire and Russia's intentions could anger the West and lead to new sanctions. Support for Pantsirs and other air defense systems for the Taliban could cause concern in the United States and worsen the situation in the region. Date: September 10.
There is a risk that the air defense systems provided by Russia to the Taliban could threaten civilian aviation. Afghanistan's airspace is a key route between Europe and Asia, and an increase in flights over the country could be caused by an escalation in the conflict between Israel and Iran.
Forbes also notes that Russia currently cannot easily export sophisticated weapons due to losses in Ukraine, which could lead to difficulties in replenishing the missing equipment.
So, the decision to transfer modern air defense systems to the Taliban may have additional consequences, both in the region and on the international stage.
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