‘Reign of Terror’ in Afghanistan | 8.14....

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<p><i>This episode contains strong language. </i></p><p>On Sunday, the president of Afghanistan fled the country; the Taliban seized control of Kabul, the capital; and the American-backed government collapsed.</p><p>One outspoken critic of the Taliban — a 33-year-old Kabul reside ... Show More

<p>The Taliban have made big moves in the last few days in their bid to take control of Afghanistan. </p><p>This weekend, they seized several cities and suddenly claimed a lot of the north. On Monday, they took another provincial capital. </p><p>What is the Taliban’s strategy, wh ... Show More

In the afternoon of Saturday 8th May in the Afghan capital of Kabul, just a few days before the end of Ramadan, students from the Syed Al-Shahda girls school were starting to leave for the day. Without any warning, a car bomb went off. Then a second explosion, followed by a third ... Show More

<p>One year ago this week, when the Taliban retook control of Afghanistan, they promised to institute a modern form of Islamic government that honored women’s rights.</p><p>That promise evaporated with a sudden decision to prohibit girls from going to high school, prompting quest ... Show More