
CLASSIC: The Afghanistan Papers
Stuff They Don't Want You To Know
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From Monarchy to Conflict: Afghanistan's Turbulent Transition
This chapter explores Afghanistan's governance shift from a monarchy under Zaheer Shah to a republic led by General Daoud, who sought Soviet support and introduced reforms before his assassination. It details the ensuing chaos, including the Soviet invasion, Mujahideen resistance, and the devastating consequences of the conflict, as revealed through insights from the Afghanistan Papers.
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