Officials say the deal lacks protections to ensure the Taliban keep their promises. “The people of Afghanistan have been bitten by this snake before.”
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As Afghanistan Seeks Peace, Social Media Raises Fear of Reprisals
The spread of graphic imagery of killings in a war that reaches so deep into local communities threatens to fuel vengeance beyond any U.S.-Taliban deal.
After Bombing, Afghans Demand That Foreigners Leave Their Neighborhood
Kabul residents staged a raucous protest on Tuesday, calling for the target of a deadly attack — a compound for foreigners — to be shut down.
To Start Afghan Withdrawal, U.S. Would Pull 5,400 Troops in 135 Days
The lead American negotiator has told Afghan leaders that an agreement has been finalized “in principle” with the Taliban. It still needs approval from President Trump.
Taliban Attack Second Afghan City in 2 Days as Peace Deal Nears
For the second time in two days, Taliban fighters attacked a provincial capital as government forces scrambled to respond amid peace talks.
Afghan City Survives Third Taliban Assault, but Loses a Top Defender
The war is increasingly fought as much on social media and television as it is on the battlefield. The city of Kunduz survived another siege, but a top spokesman did not.
Afghan War Casualty Report: Aug. 23-29
At least 49 pro-government forces and 21 civilians were killed in Afghanistan during the past week.
Taliban Peace Talks Cast Uncertainty on Presidential Vote
Afghanistan’s election is weeks away. But with many fearing it could disrupt peace negotiations, there’s doubt that it will be held at all.
Afghan Forces Still Unable to Counter Violence Alone, Joint Chiefs Chairman Says
Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr. said he was not yet ready to use terms like “withdrawal” when discussing the future American troop presence in Afghanistan.
Afghan War Casualty Report: Aug. 16-22
At least 25 pro-government forces and 103 civilians were killed in Afghanistan during the past week.