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A moral consideration of the Taliban’s legitimacy

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Aug 29, 2021

Ghori-Ahmad was quoted in KAKE News: “The Taliban’s social media dilemma”

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Afghanistan Conflict

In the News

Aug 29, 2021

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Afghanistan Conflict

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In the News

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Afghanistan Conflict

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Afghanistan Conflict

In the News

Aug 29, 2021

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By Atlantic Council

Afghanistan Conflict

In the News

Aug 29, 2021

Nasr quoted in The Times of India on Biden’s decisions in Afghanistan

By Atlantic Council

Afghanistan Conflict

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Biden can still salvage his legacy and US credibility. It won’t be easy.

By Frederick Kempe

Here's how President Joe Biden can correct course with allies and partners over Afghanistan—and beyond. 

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