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Undercut a deal: the threat to Afghan peace

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Troop Withdrawal and Domestic Pressures

This chapter explores the complex challenges of troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, emphasizing the political ramifications for the new administration and concerns from military leaders about the Taliban's resurgence. It presents a nuanced view of the delicate balance between military strategy and domestic political pressures impacting future U.S. engagement in the region.

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