The insurgents are trying to rebrand themselves as effective governors as they capture new territory. But there is more evidence that they are unreformed.
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The Taliban Think They Have Won in Afghanistan, Peace Deal or Not
“We have defeated the enemy.” The international community is scrambling to secure peace in Afghanistan, but the Taliban believe they have the upper hand — and are saying as much.
Afghanistan War Enters New Stage as U.S. Military Prepares to Exit
The deal signed on Saturday could have the United States conducting strikes to aid old enemies like the Taliban — or lead to a complete withdrawal from the country.