In one shocking case, a sergeant sent his wife and son to the wedding of his nephew — a Taliban infiltrator, who killed them.
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It’s War on Afghan Civilians, Even as Both Sides Talk Peace
Innocent bystanders in Afghanistan are still dying in alarming numbers, despite pledges by Taliban and government negotiators to be more careful.
Stressing War’s Toll, Taliban and Afghan Representatives Agree to Peace Road Map
In two days of often emotional discussions that for first time included the Afghan government, Taliban and Afghan officials called for ending civilian deaths and assuring women’s fundamental rights.
Afghan Talks With Taliban Reflect a Changed Nation
The pain of bloodshed and pride in progress were on display as Afghan officials met with insurgents for face-to-face negotiations.
Afghan Peace Negotiations Show Signs of Progress
Afghan officials, who are part of a larger delegation, are expected to meet with Taliban representatives for the first time since peace negotiations started last year.
Afghan War Casualty Report: June 28-July 4
At least 264 pro-government forces and 58 civilians were killed in Afghanistan during the past week.
A Taliban Attack on Children Causes Outrage, Everywhere but at Peace Talks
One child was killed and 50 were wounded in a Taliban attack near a school, causing widespread condemnation — but silence at peace talks in Qatar.
Bombing Kills Dozens and Hurts Schoolchildren as Taliban Talks Resume
While negotiators press toward a deal to withdraw U.S. troops, the Taliban set off bombs that wrecked a museum, TV station and a school in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Dozens Killed as Taliban Bombs in 4 Humvees Rip Through Afghan District
Insurgents rammed the vehicles full of explosives into a compound that the government had moved once after militant fighters took over its original location.
As U.S. And Taliban Resume Talks, More Deadly Attacks in Afghanistan
American and Taliban officials, in a seventh round of talks in Qatar, hope a breakthrough can lead to direct negotiations between Afghans over their political future.