My latest looks at the surprisingly close relationship between China and the Afghan Taliban.
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Afghanistan
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.
How the Taliban Turn Captured Weapons Into Propaganda
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.
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.
