Ones and Tooze
Introducing: The Afghan Impasse
May 27, 2024
Exploring the failed peace negotiations in Afghanistan over 20 years, from post-9/11 diplomacy to high-stakes talks amid military offensives. The podcast delves into the challenges faced by diplomats and Afghan factions in shaping the country's future after the Taliban regime.
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- Diplomatic efforts post-Taliban fall included mediation by Lakhd al-Brahimi and tension with Francis Vendrell.
- Time pressure from military operations complicated diplomatic processes to stabilize Afghanistan and establish a new government.
Deep dives
The Hunt for Osama Bin Laden and the Taliban
After the September 11 attacks, American anger was directed towards Osama Bin Laden, the mastermind behind the attacks, who was hiding in Afghanistan with support from the Taliban. The US demanded the immediate surrender of Bin Laden, escalating into a military conflict with the Taliban and their eventual overthrow by the Northern Alliance, supported by the US and Iran.
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