In exchange for a troop withdrawal, the United States wants a commitment that Afghan soil will never be used to launch terrorist attacks. The Taliban have said terrorism has no universal definition.
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U.S. and Taliban Talks Progress Despite Attacks and Regional Tensions
Officials involved in the talks expressed optimism in Qatar, where small groups are hashing out details on issues like American troop withdrawal and Taliban guarantees on preventing terrorism.
U.S. and Taliban Begin Highest-Level Talks Yet on Ending Afghan War
Diplomats began discussing details of an agreement, even as the U.S. was still trying to persuade the insurgents to meet with the Afghan government.
U.S. and Taliban Agree in Principle to Peace Framework, Envoy Says
The U.S. negotiator, Zalmay Khalilzad, says that finalizing a deal would hinge on a cease-fire and Taliban talks with Afghans, which they are discussing now.
New Taliban Negotiator Seen as Sign That This Time, Afghan Peace Talks Are Serious
As U.S. diplomats and Taliban officials remained locked in a fifth day of talks, the insurgents announced that a founding member would lead their delegation.