Afghanistan

Iranian Forces, Taliban Exchange Fire at Border: Media

An exchange of fire erupted between Iranian forces and Afghanistan's Taliban at Iran's eastern border.

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After Taliban Takeover, Pakistan Focuses on Military Modernization

Amid spiraling debt and economic instability, Pakistan has nonetheless increased defense spending to bolster its military.

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US Says It Will Resume Talks With Taliban Next Week

The United States will resume talks with the Taliban next week in Qatar.

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Taliban Launch Operation Against IS in Southern Afghanistan

The Taliban have launched a crackdown on suspected Islamic State hideouts in southern Afghanistan.

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Senior Taliban Commander Killed in Hospital Attack

A Taliban military commander was killed when his men responded to an Islamic State suicide bomb and gun attack on a hospital in the Afghan capital.

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19 Dead, 50 Wounded in Kabul Hospital Attack: Official

At least 19 people were killed and 50 were injured when a Kabul hospital was attacked on Tuesday, a health ministry official said.

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Are America’s Endless Wars Partly the Result of Our All-Volunteer Military?

Ending the draft and converting to an all-volunteer armed force has contributed to the US becoming embroiled in “endless wars” in Afghanistan and Iraq.

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China to Build Base for Tajikistan Near Afghan Border: Official

China will build a base for police in Tajikistan near the Afghan border, a Tajik official said.

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Reflections on Afghanistan: Reestablishing American Security

American national security experts and senior military leaders must evaluate military actions with stronger consideration of the public opinion.

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Russia Urges West to Engage With Taliban

Russia urged Western countries to engage with the Taliban and for the European Union to re-open its embassy in Afghanistan.

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