Global News Podcast Afghanistan Special: Your Questions Answered
Aug 30, 2021
In this engaging discussion, Lise Doucette, an expert on Afghan society and politics, and Paul Adams, a seasoned BBC world affairs correspondent, dive deep into the complexities of the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan. They explore the rapid collapse of the Afghan National Army and the ensuing humanitarian crisis, unraveling how historical factors play into current challenges. Their insights extend to the Taliban's international relations, women’s rights under their regime, and the geopolitical tug-of-war involving global powers like China and Russia.
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Afghanistan's History
- Listener Helen Tyson from Nova Scotia recalled Afghanistan as a hiking destination.
- Paul Adams then summarized Afghanistan's 40+ years of conflict, starting with the Soviet invasion.
Key Groups in Afghanistan
- Several listeners asked about the difference between Al-Qaeda, Taliban, ISIS, and the Mujahideen.
- Frank Gardner clarified their relationships, highlighting the Taliban's harsh rule (1996-2001), harboring of Al-Qaeda, and rivalry with ISIS.
Taliban, US, and ISIS-K
- Yalda Hakim highlighted the shared enemy of the US and Taliban: ISIS-K, vehemently anti-Shia.
- She discussed the Mujahideen's link to the Taliban, noting how their children, educated in Pakistani madrasas, later formed the Taliban.