Last year was actually one of increased isolation, regional tensions, and strategic failure.

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Taliban officials admit that at least half of the stockpile is now “unaccounted for.” Many of those weapons ended up with militant groups operating across Afghanistan’s borders. A recent report by the ...

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Flying solo to Afghanistan is an experience that comes with intense curiosity, uncertainty, and a reality that feels very different from what most people imagine. In this video, we document the ...