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As Afghanistan Nears Collapse, Taliban ‘Between a Rock and a Hard Place’

As Afghanistan Nears Collapse, Taliban ‘Between a Rock and a Hard Place’

The country’s former intelligence chief said the Taliban are torn between placating their foot soldiers and meeting Afghans' and the international community’s expectations.

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Nov 01, 2021
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Photo by MASSOUD HOSSAINI: Rahmatullah Nabil with his weapon collection during an interview at his home in Kabul on June 22.

November 1, 2121 (Foreign Policy)—Since Afghanistan collapsed to the Talib…

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