Afghanistan’s recent presidential election could do more harm than good by producing a disputed result at a time of growing instability in the country, I argue here.
Afghanistan
The Taliban Go Global
I have another piece out today, on the transformation of the Afghan Taliban from an isolated, parochial group into an increasingly global movement.
The Risk of a Saudi-Iran Proxy War in Afghanistan
My latest assesses the risk of a Saudi-Iran proxy war in Afghanistan.
China and the Afghan Taliban
My latest looks at the surprisingly close relationship between China and the Afghan Taliban.
Striking New Civilian Casualty Trends in Afghanistan
In my latest story, based on extensive documentary analysis, dialogue with the UN and Taliban, and interviews with experts, I investigate the striking shift in civilian casualty trends in the Afghan war.
China’s Afghanistan Threat
Read my latest essay, looking at the security threats facing China from Afghanistan.
Uzbekistan: Rising Star of the Afghan Peace Process
My latest article, available here, examines Uzbekistan’s surprisingly prominent role in the Afghan peace process.
