Expect to see the U.S. establish further political alternatives intended to counterbalance China’s influence in Central Asia.

Strained relations with Pakistan coupled with a hostile posture toward Iran leave Washington stranded in Afghanistan.

A strategy for Afghanistan must put events in proper order and move forward with caution.

Just how far have things improved in the last four years?

The Ghani government’s negligence when it comes to non-Pashtuns is clear.

The high toll raises questions about the sustainability of government forces in Afghanistan.

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

What does the release of Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Akhund tell us about the prospects for peace talks in Afghanistan?

Prime Minister Imran Khan isn’t likely to radically change Pakistan’s complicated relationship with the Taliban.

Zalmay Khalilzad has a tall task ahead of him in talking to the Taliban.

More talking, more violence -- where is the war in Afghanistan going?

The Haqqani Network's founder is dead.

Afghan officials say either a Tajik or Russian plane (or helicopter) conducted an airstrike on the Afghan side of the border.

The latest attempt at a ceasefire is a positive development for Afghanistan.

With talks up north and violence in the southeast, the war in Afghanistan lurches toward its 17th year.

Kunduz, Lashkar Gah, and now Ghazni. Which Afghan city will be next?