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

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

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

Even though Taliban attacks never quite ceased during the winter, the insurgent group made its annual spring announcement.

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

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

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

Realities are changing in Afghanistan, and New Delhi must be nimble.

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

Kabul is optimistic and to be honest, needs a win.

Peace may remain elusive for Afghanistan, but outreach to Hezb-e-Islami will be an important stepping stone in getting there.

Afghanistan's president appears determined to move beyond peace talks.

The Diplomat speaks with long-time Taliban analyst Ahmed Rashid about the possibility for peace in Afghanistan.

A four-country meeting will pave the path to resumed peace talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban.

2016 will kick off with a bang. Here's what you need to keep an eye on early in the new year.

Amrullah Saleh, the former head of Afghanistan's National Directorate of Security (NDS), discusses Mullah Omar's death.