The Russian president said he broadly agreed that the Islamic State had been defeated in Syria, but that fight could now become Russia’s problem.
Tag: Afghanistan
Taliban Talks Covered Fate of U.S. Military Presence in Afghanistan, Envoy Says
United States officials discussed the future of the American military presence in Afghanistan and an offer of a three-month cease-fire, an American diplomat said.
At War: In the United States, His Problem Wasn’t the Taliban. It Was Everything Else.
Afghans like Azizullah Sharifi wait years for an answer on their Special Immigrant Visa application. Those who do get approved face a whole new set of problems once they arrive in the United States.
Taliban Appear Ready to Discuss Peace Talks, Except With Afghan Officials
Representatives from the group joined diplomats from the United States and several Asian countries in the United Arab Emirates, but resisted meetings with the Afghan delegation.
Afghan President Slaps Aide After Elite Guards Assault Petitioner
The opening of a new economic corridor should’ve brought President Ashraf Ghani positive news. But video from the event shows a confrontation that turned chaotic.
At War: Afghan War Casualty Report: Dec. 7-13
At least 152 pro-government forces and 11 civilians were killed in Afghanistan during the past week.
Attacks Across Afghanistan Leave at Least 30 Dead
Twelve people were killed on the outskirts of Kabul when explosives in a vehicle detonated near a convoy of security forces, the deadliest of several violent strikes in the country.
Afghanistan Suspends Five Soccer Officials in Sex Abuse Scandal
The head of the country’s soccer federation, a coach and three administrators were relieved of their duties as authorities investigate accusations of sexual abuse of female players
At War: What Happened to this Afghan Prisoner While in the Custody of NATO Troops?
An Afghan commando was arrested and accused of killing a Czech soldier. Hours after being taken into NATO custody, he was dead.
At War: Afghan War Casualty Report: Nov. 30-Dec. 6
At least 50 pro-government forces and 14 civilians were killed in Afghanistan during the past week.