This was reported by TASS with reference to a statement by US President Donald Trump, which was distributed by the press service of the White House.

"Soon, at my direction, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will witness the signing of an agreement with the Taliban, while Defense Minister Mark Esper will issue a joint declaration with the government of Afghanistan," the statement said.

Previously, the Pentagon reported that the Taliban discussed an agreement to reduce the level of violence in Afghanistan.

* "Taliban" - the organization was recognized as terrorist by the decision of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation of February 14, 2003.