Read my latest article for TRT World, looking at the Taliban’s capture of weapons from the Afghan military. I argue that this gear may be more important as propaganda than for any tactical advantage it bestows.
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Afghanistan
India’s Afghan Isolation
My latest article looks at India’s policy in Afghanistan as peace talks gain momentum.
Slowly but Surely, China is Moving into Afghanistan
My new story, available here, looks at China’s growing role in Afghanistan and the prospects of expanding its Belt & Road Initiative there.
Has Pakistan Won the War in Afghanistan?
During a recent trip to Lahore, several Pakistanis told me that their country had won the Afghan war. My new article asks if this is true.
US Greatly Downplaying Size of Afghan Taliban
My new story at TRT World shows that the Taliban has around three times as many fighters as officials estimate, in addition to tens of thousands of support personnel.
Should India Talk to the Taliban?
India is the only major country involved in Afghanistan that does not have contacts with the Taliban. Should it reconsider? Read my new article in TRT World for more.
Can Saudi Arabia Play Peacemaker in Afghanistan?
I have an article at TRT World examining Saudi Arabia’s role in Afghanistan, available here.
