Opinions, Politics

What message does the disclosure of thousands of Taliban official documents convey?

In this op-ed, Besmillah Taban says the leaked Taliban documents expose administrative chaos, financial corruption, and growing Chinese influence, while.

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Opinions, Politics

Is Trump’s statement about U.S. weapons in Afghanistan realistic and achievable?

In this oped Besmillah Taban says Trump's pledge to reclaim U.S. weapons left in Afghanistan is largely rhetorical, as most.

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Opinions, Politics

Russia’s role in Afghanistan amid absence of U.S.

In this piece, the writer examines Russia's expanding influence in Afghanistan following the U.S. withdrawal.

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Opinions, Politics

G7+ meeting on Afghanistan: Political rhetoric or a path to meaningful change?

In this op-ed, former foreign minister Haneef Atmar argues that the recent G7+ meeting in Geneva signals a potential shift.

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Politics

Divisions among Taliban opponents: A key factor in their endurance

In this piece, Mohammad Afzali explores how divisions among Afghan political actors and external influences have impacted efforts to present.

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Opinions, Politics

Will Trump return to ‘golf diplomacy’?

In this piece, Nasrullah Stanekzai examines whether Trump will revive his penchant for "golf diplomacy" as a tool for fostering.

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Opinions, Politics

Evaluating US policy toward Taliban: Implications of 2024 presidential election

The 2024 U.S. presidential election is set to be a landmark event, not just for the United States but for.

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Opinions, Politics

Spread of ISIS in Afghanistan: Assessing Taliban’s role and the imperative for global accountability

In this article, the writer, Besmillah Tabaan, examines the expanding presence of ISIS in Afghanistan, the Taliban's complex role in.

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Opinions, Politics

Taliban’s honeymoon is over

In this article, the writer argues that the international community's patience with the Taliban is waning.

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Opinions, Politics

The bitter laugh of Mullah Abdul Kabir

In this article, the author attempts to analyze the Taliban deputy chief minister's laugh in response to a question about.

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