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As US-Taliban Peace Process Collapses, an Opportunity for Russia?
By Samuel Ramani
An expansion of Russia’s diplomatic involvement could help non-Western powers expand their say over Afghanistan’s political future.

Trump Announces Cancellation of Secret Camp David Summit With Taliban After Kabul Attack
By Ankit Panda
The surprise announcement came on Saturday night.

IS-K Can’t Scuttle the Afghan Peace Process
By Daud Khattak
There are many possible bumps on the road to peace in Afghanistan, but IS-K isn’t a top concern.

Shattering Taliban Attack in Kabul Even as US Deal Nears
By Rahim Faiez and Cara Anna
The Taliban continue to kill Afghan civilians in attacks they say are meant for foreign "invaders.”

Young Afghan Women Barely Remember Taliban But Fear a Return
By Cara Anna
Worried about losing what they’ve gained, Afghanistan’s young women demand a voice in the country’s future.

Afghanistan: A Region on Edge as Peace Talks Near the Finish Line
By Catherine Putz
U.S.-Taliban talks end without a deal, but tantalizingly close; Uzbekistan garners a rebuke for welcoming Taliban representatives.

Playing the Right Hand: US Negotiations With the Taliban
By Jeff Smith
Washington needs to remain clear-eyed about its goals as it looks to exit Afghanistan.

Khalilzad Hails 'Excellent Progress' in Talks With the Taliban
By Catherine Putz
Meanwhile, the UN mission in Afghanistan says civilian casualties spiked in July as violence continues.

Women Are Critical to Building a Lasting Peace in Afghanistan
By Ian J. Lynch
Women are critical to the everyday peacebuilding activities necessary to put any peace agreement into effective practice.

5 Reasons Imran Khan's US Visit Was a Win for Pakistan
By Umair Jamal
Did Imran Khan accomplish much during his trip to Washington?

Taliban Bombing Kills 6, Wounds Scores in Downtown Kabul
By Amir Shah and Kathy Gannon
The attacks represent an escalation amid ongoing U.S. talks with the Taliban.

Trust, Naivety, and Negotiating With the Afghan Taliban
By Kambaiz Rafi
Not talking to the Taliban is counterproductive, but going too far is naïve.