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American and Afghan National Army soldiers board a CH-47 Chinook helicopter following a key leader engagement Dec. 2, 2019, with senior Afghan government officials to discuss ongoing security efforts in southeastern Afghanistan.

Military officials blindsided by Trump announcement of early US troop withdrawal from Afghanistan

Pentagon and State officials fear that putting a definitive date on troop withdrawal could undercut negotiations to finalize a peace deal between the Taliban and the Afghan government.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

4 years ago

Peace in Afghanistan more elusive as Taliban shrug off talks

With the Taliban shrugging off the Afghan government’s latest offers of a cease-fire and negotiations, peace seems as elusive as it has been for decades in this war-battered country, both for troops on the front lines and for civilians facing frequent attacks.

6 years ago

Taliban reject US commander’s statement on peace talks

The Taliban say they “categorically reject” a statement made this week by the U.S. commander of coalition forces in Afghanistan about “off stage” contacts and dialogue taking place between the Kabul government and the insurgents.

6 years ago

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