Archive for June 9th, 2020

Afghanistan’s Abdullah says ready for Taliban talks ‘at any time’

Head of High Council for National Reconciliation says there must be fresh ceasefire during the discussions.

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Taliban Leadership in Disarray on Verge of Peace Talks

The coronavirus has swept through the top ranks, leaving Mullah Omar’s son tenuously in charge.

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Afghan government says Taliban attack on checkpoint kills 14

Afghanistan’s Defense Ministry says Taliban fighters have attacked an army checkpoint in eastern Afghanistan, killing 14 military personnel.

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IS claims Afghan bus attack; civilians killed in new clashes

The Islamic State group has taken responsibility for a deadly roadside bombing in the Afghan capital of Kabul.

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Why Are the Taliban Wooing a Persecuted Afghanistan Minority Group?

Reports that the Taliban have recruited a Hazara leader are part of broader efforts to change the militant group’s image.

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Afghan government says ceasefire still in place even as skirmishes with Taliban resume

Skirmishes between Taliban fighters and Afghan security forces recommenced in Afghanistan in the day since a three-day ceasefire expired, but government officials said on Thursday that the incidents were minor and the truce could still hold.

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Afghan forces killed in first ‘Taliban attack’ since ceasefire end: officials

Seven members of the Afghan security forces were killed Thursday in an attack officials blamed on the Taliban, the first deadly assault since a three-day ceasefire ended.

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