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Afghanistan security
Afghanistan’s Turbulent Decade
By Ezzatullah Mehrdad
From 2010 to 2020, the Taliban insurgency picked up steam while Afghanistan’s institutional dysfunction deepened.
Managing the AfPak Challenge in US-India Relations
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Both sides need to carefully manage this issue to avoid damaging the wider relationship.
US, Afghan Casualties Continue to Climb Even Amid Peace Talks
By Rahim Faiez
Since Monday, 3 American soldiers and 20 Afghan troops have been killed in Taliban attacks.
Afghan Official: Suicide Blast Near Jalalabad Kills 17
By Rahim Faiez
U.S. forces assisted Afghan troops in quelling the attack on a construction company in Nangarhar province.
An Indian Perspective on Afghan Security
By Samuel Ramani
An interview with Brig. Gen. (retd) Venkataraman Mahalingam.
Peace, Blood, and Hope: Women in Afghanistan’s Election
By Michelle Tolson
Amid a deady campaign season, women candidates are fighting for political participation.
The Trump Administration's Terrible Idea for Afghanistan's Security Forces
By Ghulam Farooq Mujaddidi
The Trump administration wants Afghan security forces to withdraw from parts of the country. That is a very bad idea.
Afghanistan: Technocrats vs. Warlords
By Ahmad Shah Katawazai
At a critical moment for peace talks with the Taliban, warlords and strongmen pose a challenge to the central government.
Is China Bringing Peace to Afghanistan?
By Sudha Ramachandran
China’s role in Afghanistan is undoubtedly growing. What does that mean for the peace process?
How the US Is Indirectly Arming the Taliban
By Austin Bodetti
Much of the Taliban’s armory comes from American equipment given to the Afghan military and police.
The Taliban Made War. Are They Showing They Can Make Peace?
By Ahmad Shuja Jamal
The Taliban's announced ceasefire represents a tentative move toward peace. Will it hold?
The Future of Special Economic Zones in Afghanistan
By Farmanullah Bismil
How does the Trump administration’s new South Asia Strategy change the plan for establishing SEZs in Afghanistan?