3. CIA vs the Taliban: Behind Enemy Lines (Ep 1)
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CIA Operations and Taliban Rule Pre-9/11
This chapter explores Afghanistan's tumultuous landscape before 9/11, focusing on the Taliban's rise and the ethnic complexities of various groups. It provides insight into the CIA's limited presence and operational challenges, as well as the connections between Osama bin Laden, the Taliban, and Al-Qaeda. The narrative captures the urgency of CIA initiatives following the attacks, highlighting their strategies in collaborating with local forces and warlords amid a rapidly changing political environment.
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