The Taliban's olive branch
The Afghan ambiguity in D.C. Division: Afghanistan's embassy in Washington has two diplomats, each representing the opposing forces in their homeland. Both are vying for U.S. recognition.
WHERE THE WARS WERE Long-term gains made, but mostly business as usual; 1996
Afghanistan: a country once again Taliban victory: Islamic extremists finally vanquish other Islamic extremists.
Islamic tide in Afghanistan Taliban conquests: Extremists battle each other in name of religion.
The 'blowback' from Afghanistan 'Monster': CIA-trained and armed alumni of the Afghan war have helped spawn a new generation of militant Islamists and terrorists. "We have created a monster," said one expert in Egypt.
Horrors of Kabul
New Start in Kabul