EU 2026: Technical Coordination with Kabul to Deport "Security Risks" Without Recognizing Taliban

 The European Union announced on Monday, April 27, 2026, technical coordination with Afghanistan regarding the deportation of individuals who lack residency rights and pose security risks. This technical engagement, requested by EU migration ministers, focuses on operational logistics without granting political recognition to the Taliban government. EU spokespersons clarified that while "operational contacts" are authorized, the sovereign right to deport remains with member states under international law. This move highlights the 2026 challenge of balancing domestic security needs with the ongoing refusal to diplomatically recognize the Kabul administration since 2021.