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Pakistan’s Haqqani Network Increases Its Profile in Afghan Peace Talks

Pakistan’s Haqqani Network Increases Its Profile in Afghan Peace Talks

By Umair Jamal
Has the Haqqani Network become fundamental to the Afghan peace process?

The Taliban’s Diplomatic Reemergence

The Taliban’s Diplomatic Reemergence

By Daud Khattak
Over the past few years, Moscow, Tehran and Beijing have warmed to the Taliban. What explains their change of heart?
What Colombia Can Teach Us About Afghanistan

What Colombia Can Teach Us About Afghanistan

By Lionel Beehner and Liam Collins
Two wars, two peace deals -- what lessons does Colombia hold for Afghanistan?

Is the Taliban’s Former Capital Ready to Welcome Them Back?

Is the Taliban’s Former Capital Ready to Welcome Them Back?

By Ezzatullah Mehrdad
Kandahar has come a long way since Taliban rule. What do its residents think about the peace talks?

The Afghan Endgame: What, When, and How

The Afghan Endgame: What, When, and How

By Daud Khattak
As Doha gears up for another round of Taliban talks, hope and despair are both in the air.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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The Afghan National Unity Government’s ‘China Card’ Approach to Pakistan: Part 2

The Afghan National Unity Government’s ‘China Card’ Approach to Pakistan: Part 2

By Ahmad Bilal Khalil
The NUG has seen more success than its predecessors in appealing to China – largely thanks to the Belt and Road.

Taliban Declare Start of Spring Offensive Amid Talks With US

Taliban Declare Start of Spring Offensive Amid Talks With US

By Amir Shah
Even though Taliban attacks never quite ceased during the winter, the insurgent group made its annual spring announcement.
Why Is Zalmay Khalilzad Such a Controversial Figure in Afghanistan?

Why Is Zalmay Khalilzad Such a Controversial Figure in Afghanistan?

By Sayed Ziafatullah Saeedi
Khalilzad’s history is worth recounting, to give context to recent chafing at his tactics in pursuing peace.

Why the US Envoy's Road to Afghan Peace Is Littered With Obstacles

Why the US Envoy's Road to Afghan Peace Is Littered With Obstacles

By Kathy Gannon
While the U.S. and the Taliban have both claimed significant progress in the latest talks, they have yet to pen a deal.

Afghan Peace Talks Make More Slow Progress

Afghan Peace Talks Make More Slow Progress

By Daud Khattak
For the “first time I feel optimistic while following these talks,” one observer says.

The Afghanistan Conundrum: Russia’s Peace Plays and India’s Room for Maneuver

The Afghanistan Conundrum: Russia’s Peace Plays and India’s Room for Maneuver

By Harsh V. Pant
Realities are changing in Afghanistan, and New Delhi must be nimble.
With Mullah Mansour Out of the Picture, Is Peace Near for Afghanistan?

With Mullah Mansour Out of the Picture, Is Peace Near for Afghanistan?

By Samimullah Arif
After Mullah Mansour's death, the Taliban must cut a deal with the Afghan government.

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