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U.S.-Taliban peace talks
Official Says US, Taliban Reach Afghanistan Truce Agreement
By Associated Press
The commitment to a temporary "reduction in violence" would pave the way for the signing of a formal peace agreement.
US, Taliban Close to ‘Reduction in Violence’ Agreement
By Associated Press
What’s on offer: a seven-day reduction of violence.
Where Is the Afghan Peace Deal Now?
By Catherine Putz
Is the United States any closer to settling a long-discussed peace deal with the Taliban? Not really, if comments from top diplomats are anything to go by.
The Pitfalls in Afghanistan’s Peace Process
By Daud Khattak
A US-Taliban peace agreement seems closer than ever, but the whole thing could unravel when it comes time for intra-Afghan talks.
Survey: Nearly Half of Afghans Want US Troops Out After Deal
By Associated Press
Afghans remain divided about whether U.S. and NATO troops should stay after a peace deal -- 46 percent say leave, 33 percent say stay.
The Missing Links in the Afghan Peace Process
By Mushtaq Rahim
The U.S., Afghan government, and Taliban will all need to readjust their positions if there is to be any hope of peace.
Taliban Say They Handed Cease-fire Offer to US Peace Envoy
By Associated Press
The offer was stated in a document, according to the group.
Taliban Council Agrees to Ceasefire in Afghanistan
By Associated Press
The U.S. and Taliban appear tantalizingly close to an agreement, again.
Learning From US Efforts to Reintegrate Former Combatants in Afghanistan
By Catherine Putz
Afghan reintegration programs have largely failed, but success will be necessary if any potential peace deal is to have lasting impact.
US Envoy in Kabul Negotiating Hostage Release, Sources Say
By Associated Press
Officials hope a prisoner exchange can resuscitate the peace talks.
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's US-Taliban Move Pushes Afghans Toward Fragile Vote
By Cara Anna
The September 28 election couldn’t happen at a more difficult time.