European Union officials held talks with representatives from the Taliban government in Brussels, marking the first such meeting since the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan. The discussions centered on facilitating the deportation of Afghan nationals who do not have legal residency in EU countries. Despite the meeting, no EU member state currently recognizes the Taliban as the legitimate government of Afghanistan. The EU seeks to address irregular migration and ensure the safe return of individuals without the right to remain. Human rights concerns regarding the Taliban’s rule remain a significant obstacle to formal recognition. The talks represent a pragmatic approach by the EU to manage migration flows, even without political endorsement of the Taliban regime. Further discussions are anticipated to address logistical and legal challenges related to deportations.