5. CIA vs the Taliban: Bin Laden's Trojan Horse (Ep 2)
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Fortresses of Conflict: CIA Tactics in Afghanistan
This chapter explores the rich history of Afghanistan through a folk tale, and details the CIA's early military operations alongside local warlords against the Taliban. It highlights the strategic significance of key locations like Kale-e fortress and Mazar-i Sharif, while examining the complexities of surrender negotiations and the chaotic aftermath of the Taliban's withdrawal.
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