As fighting intensifies across Afghanistan, American and insurgent envoys — though none from the Afghan government — will discuss a possible troop withdrawal.
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Grenfell Tower Study Finds Many Toxic Chemicals Near Fire Site
Almost a year and a half after the fire that killed 72 people, researchers found extremely high levels of substances that could pose numerous health risks.
U.S. Peace Talks With Taliban Trip Over a Big Question: What Is Terrorism?
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.
Germany Investigates Why Convicted 9/11 Accomplice Received Prison Wages
Mounir el-Motassadeq served 15 years in a German prison for his role in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. On release, he was paid 7,000 euros.
U.S. and Taliban Edge Toward Deal to End America’s Longest War
Six days of peace talks that wrapped up Saturday were the most serious negotiations yet to make way for an American troop withdrawal and an end to the 17-year war.
Need a Refresher on the War in Afghanistan? Here Are the Basics
Seventeen years into the war, the Taliban are stronger than ever, and U.S. officials fear Afghanistan could still offer a home to those plotting attacks on American soil.